Podium is a dream - Alonso

Although team boss Flavio Briatore is convinced that Fernando Alonso will be fighting for the podium at his home race, the Spaniard is less optimistic. According to the Asturian, fighting for the podium is just a dream at the moment.

During the Barcelona test session, which is scheduled for next week, Renault will introduce improvements that relate to bodywork and front suspension. According to Briatore, Alonso will be able to fight for the podium at the Spanish Grand prix due to these new parts. This weekend, the flamboyant Italian said: "At the Barcelona test we will make a giant leap forwards. I am sure that we will be fighting to be on the podium in Barcelona."

Alonso is less optimistic after the Bahrain GP where he only finished in 10th position. "We are no longer only behind Ferrari, McLaren and BMW. Ahead of us as well are Toyota, Williams, Red Bull and Honda," the Spaniard said to news agency EFE. About the upcoming updates, Alonso said: "Right now it is our only hope. We really need it to work for us, otherwise you could say that Fisichella made the better move."

Fernando also disagrees with what his team boss. According to the Asturian he will not be able to fight for the podium during the Spanish Grand Prix at 27 April. "That's impossible," Alonso responded on the comments of Briatore. "we need to find one second per lap. That has never been done in the history of any team. This is not what we are hoping for, anyway. For now, the podium is a fantasy, a dream."