Alexander Rossi, F1’s most recent star from the USA

Growing up in Northern California, a young Alexander Rossi dreamed of racing in Formula 1Formula 1 is the pinnacle of open-wheel,  single-seater car racing and arguably the highest level of any motorsport globally. Also... There's more.... His route was not an easy one. Along the way he experienced false starts, unfulfilled promises, behind the scenes power moves and the tragic loss of his friend and teammate Jules Bianchi. Alex tells Tom ClarksonTom Clarkson is an F1 reporter having joined the BBC team in 2013 (IMBd). He reported on F1 for BBC... There's more... everything that led to his 5 Grand PrixA Grand Prix is a motorsport series sanctioned by the FIA and held in various countries for a world title.... There's more... in 2015 and just how close he was to staying in the sport for a longer time.

Today, Alex is pushing to add the IndyCarIndyCar is the elite US-based open-wheel class. The Indy grid runs the same chassis and aerodynamic kit, with power coming... There's more... Championship to his Indy 500 win,  supported by team boss Michael Andretti, and challenged by teammate Colton Herta. Alex also has tales of racing at Indy with Fernando AlonsoFernando Alonso (No 14) is a Spanish born F1 driver contracted to Alpine See more on Fernando on our profile... There's more..., and competing in Mexico’s extreme truck race, the Baja 1000.