Indianapolis 500
Sebastien Bourdais suffers multiple fractures in Indy crash
The French driver suffered fractures to his pelvis and right hip from a crash during qualifying for the Indianapolis 500, officials said.
The entire IndyCar experience, which involves massive fan interaction with the drivers, is also likely to be a culture shock for Alonso.
If the unthinkable has become possible, it is because the McLaren team are so far off the pace in Formula One.