Juan Carlos proud of Alonso

Spain's King Juan Carlos was one of the first to congratulate youngster Fernando Alonso on his Championship success at Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix. The Mild Seven Renault driver wrapped up the title after finishing third in this weekend's Brazilian GP.

King Juan Carlos is exceptionally proud of the 24-year-old's achievement.
Royal household statement "Juan Carlos expressed his great happiness and has proffered his warmest congratulations (to Alonso) in his name, that of the Queen and the royal household and all Spaniards as this is a great day for the Spanish people."