FILE PHOTO: Canadian race car driver Jacques Villeneuve smiles as he speaks to the media prior to the NAPA Auto Parts 200 Nationwide Series NASCAR race in Montreal, August 18, 2011. REUTERS/Christinne Muschi/File Photo
LONDON (Reuters) - Jacques Villeneuve has applauded Fernando Alonso's gladiatorial spirit in chasing motorsport's 'Triple Crown' but the retired Formula One world champion and Indianapolis 500 winner said he was sceptical about the Spaniard's chances.
Alonso, who races for Honda-powered McLaren in Formula One, will be at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama, this weekend to soak up the Indy Car atmosphere before competing in the Indy 500 in May.
