Motor racing-Alonso says he's OK and looking forward to F1 season

FILE PHOTO: May 17, 2019; Indianapolis, IN, USA; IndyCar series driver Fernando Alonso sits in his car in the pits during practice for the 103rd Running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

(Reuters) - Double Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso said he was well and looking forward to the start of the season after fracturing his jaw in a road accident while cycling in Switzerland.

The Spaniard's Alpine (Renault) team said he will remain under observation for 48 hours after an operation on Friday and expected him "to be fully operational to undertake preparation for the season".