DECEMBER 21, 2011

Alonso splits with wife

Twice world champion Fernando Alonso and pop singer wife Raquel del Rosario have split after five years of marriage, they have announced in a joint statement.

Fernando Alonso, Australian GP 2011
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Twice world champion Fernando Alonso and pop singer wife Raquel del Rosario have split after five years of marriage, they have announced in a joint statement.

The statement said: "After five years of marriage, we have decided to end our relationship as a couple. This has been a very thought about and mutual decision. We are separating from marriage, but never as friends, and there is still a very strong affection and mutual admiration to ensure the happiness of the other.

"With this statement, addressed to all who follow our careers, we wish to bring an end to any speculation. With it, we ask that the media respects our personal lives which, as you know, we have always been keen to protect."