Fight between Alonso and Hamilton beneficial for the team - de la Rosa

Pedro de la Rosa, the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Spanish test driver, believes that the rivalry between double World Champion Fernando Alonso and rookie Lewis Hamilton is beneficial for the Woking based team.

De la Rosa said in AS newspaper: "I think it's beneficial for the team because it makes everybody more motivated, and it helps the development of the car and to progress in every aspect. Besides, there's a fact: since the fight between them began, McLaren have won all races."