Pedro de la Rosa will work with Fernando Alonso as an ambassador for Aston Martin

Pedro de la Rosa

and

will work together again, 15 years after that memorable 2007 World Cup at McLaren.

The former Barcelona driver joins Aston Martin as an ambassador to take charge of "communications, media, public relations, marketing, promotion, trade and general advice" of the British team.

The friendship between De la Rosa and Alonso, partners in numerous endurance karting competitions, will once again move to the professional field.

"It's about the perfect moment," said the 51-year-old from Barcelona about signing him for

's team .

"I will base myself on my experience and knowledge to help the team grow and develop the momentum it has been acquiring for the 2023 World Cup, with special attention to the commercial and marketing aspects," added De la Rosa, convinced that the " potential is enormous" and that Alonso's arrival "will further strengthen the resources and determination to succeed".

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