Fernando Alonso left hospital in Barcelona Wednesday morning, but McLaren has confirmed that the former World Champion will miss the test that runs for four days beginning Thursday.
Alonso, who spent three nights hospital, will be replaced for the test by third driver Kevin Magnussen. However, Jenson Button will drive on the first day.
A statement said: “Following his testing accident at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya last Sunday, we are pleased to confirm that Fernando Alonso has now left hospital. He has returned to his family’s home in Spain for further rest and recuperation.
“As a result, he will sit out this week’s final winter test, at which he was due to share driving duties with Jenson Button. Kevin Magnussen, McLaren-Honda’s test and reserve driver, will replace him.
“Jenson will be testing the McLaren-Honda car tomorrow (Feb. 26), and the team will confirm the full day-to-day running order in due course.”
