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F1 champion Alonso swigs milk at Indy, just not as winner

Fernando Alonso, of Spain, makes his way back to the garage area after dropping out with an engine problem during the running of the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 28, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Sam Riche)
Fernando Alonso, of Spain, makes his way back to the garage area after dropping out with an engine problem during the running of the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 28, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Sam Riche)

By Associated Press 4 min read

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Surrounded by cameras and flashing cellphones, Fernando Alonso picked up a carton of milk and took a huge swig.

For much of the Indianapolis 500, it looked like the two-time Formula One champion would have a chance to perform the celebratory routine in the winner’s circle.

The 35-year-old Alonso led 27 laps in his much-hyped Indy 500 debut – the third most behind Max Chilton and Ryan Hunter-Reay – before a blown Honda engine ended his day 20 laps shy of the finish line.

It was a disappointing finish to an impressive month for the Spaniard.

“I didn’t won, but I will drink a little bit of milk,” Alonso said, thanking the media for covering his every move. “You follow me for two weeks every single minute, but I really enjoy. Thanks for the welcoming.”