Nelsinho to be hard to handle for Alonso?

After a difficult season at McLaren where Alonso had a lot of trouble with rookie Lewis Hamilton, a new rookie awaits the Spaniard at his new team Renault. Nelson Piquet Jr., son of three time World Champion Nelson Piquet, is determined to make a good debut season in the pinnacle of motorsport.

In 2007, Piquet Jr. already showed that he is quick in an F1 car as he clocked very competitive lap times during the test sessions, but in 2008, the youngster wants to prove that he's worthy of his race seat. It has been a long road for Nelsinho to make it to F1 and the Brazilian can't wait to start this new phase in his career: "People don’t see that behind every young driver, there are a lot of years of hard work, dedication and focus to make it to Formula 1. I have dreamed of competing in Formula 1 since I was small, and I have finally made it. It is the start of a new phase, and I can’t wait for the season to begin."

If we can believe Nelsinho, we can expect a lot of him in his first season. "Throughout my career, I have been very focused on achieving the best possible results – and that’s how I intend to approach Formula 1 as well. I am confident that I can reward the faith Renault has placed in me by being clear-headed about the car’s potential at each race, and working hard. I go to every race aiming for the best possible result, but with my feet firmly on the ground," the Brazilian said.