Fernando Alonso has said his compatriot, four-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou, is “Formula 1 level” as a driver, though his experience of the series would depend on the car he drives should he ever make the move.

Rumours had circulated linking 28-year-old Palou to a Red Bull seat earlier this week, though the Spanish driver himself, his management and Red Bull senior advisor Helmut Marko have flatly denied the claims.

Fernando Alonso: Alex Palou ‘Formula 1 level’ as a driver

Additional reporting by Thomas Maher

Palou assured “we have heard nothing from anyone” regarding a Formula 1 move, but such has been his dominance in IndyCar – winning the title in four of the past five seasons, as well as the Indianapolis 500 in May – that has led to questions over whether he would suit a drive

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