article_snippet: Fernando Alonso has expressed natural disappointment Fernando Alonso is to sit out the season-opening Formula One grand prix in Australia, but is fully appreciative of the circumstances.
article_snippet: Fernando Alonso tweeted Fernando Alonso disappointment at not being able to make the season-opening F1 grand prix in Australia .
article_snippet: Via Fernando Alonso Twitter account, Fernando Alonso said: 'It will be tough not to be in Australia, but I understand the recommendations.
article_snippet: A thrilled Magnussen, who will partner Jenson Button in Melbourne, tweeted: 'Shame about the circumstances
article_snippet: but still I'm so excited to be racing in Melbourne.
article_snippet: To which a sporting Fernando Alonso replied: 'best of luck at the race mate!
article_snippet: But given the prospect of second-impact syndrome Fernando Alonso was 'advised Fernando Alonso should not compete in the imminent Australian the Australian Grand Prix meeting'.
highlights_snippet: Fernando Alonso will miss the Australian Grand Prix on March 15 after medical advice .
  