It's one of the more bizarre deals announced in F1, but Fernando Alonso has had his thumbs insured by p𓆉ersonal sponsor Santander - at a value of 10 million Euros.

The deal was announced during a press conference at the Santander headquarters near Madrid, with the sponsorship deal with Santander's insurance branch including the prꦿovision to specifically cover the Spaniard's thumbs.

"Alonso's thumbs are a big symbol as, apart from being essential when driving a Formula 1 car, they represent ꦅa sign of victory and that everything 🔯is under control and well protected," the banking group said.

Alonso himself said the somewhat unusual deal had come about due to the risks involved in 🌄his profession.

"Being close to risk in my profession made me understand that protection is 🤪a fundamental aspect," he said. "I knew that Santander is the best bank in the world, but now I discovered that they are also leaders in insurances. So I could only choose one of the best possible partners in this field."

Santander is also a sponsor of Alonso's Ferrari𝓰 team.