New twist in Alonso-Hamilton dispute

21 Jun, 2007 22:47 / Updated 17 years ago

Formula One's intriguing battle between Mclaren drivers Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso has taken another twist. The pair have agreed not to speak behind each others backs to limit negative stories in the press.

It follows reports that reigning world champion Alonso felt his British team Mclaren was favouring England's Hamilton. However, they've both now decided not to mention each other unless they are both present. Hamilton has a ten point lead over the Spaniard in the overall standings in his debut season. But the Briton insists there's no tension between them.