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JV: Two classes – Alonsos and Rosbergs

Ahead of Fernando Alonso's Indy 500 debut, Jacques Villeneuve has defended the Spaniard's decision to race in the prestigious event. Alonso surprised many earlier this month when it was announced that he would skip May's Monaco Grand Prix in order to race in the 101st Indianapolis 500. The double World Champion's switch, which is a one-race outing, has split the paddock with some praising his decision while others have questioned it. Nico Hulkenberg falls into the latter category with the German saying it is too dangerous. And that has earned JV's ire. Speaking about Alonso's decision to race the IndyCar event, he told Spanish daily AS: 'I think what he does has great value, it shows that...
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