When Fernando Alonso will decide on his F1 future
Fernando Alonso has stated he will decide on his Formula 1 future around the summer break of the 2026 season, as his contract with Aston Martin Racing comes to an end. The 44-year-old Spaniard, who has not yet begun considering retirement, emphasized ongoing discussions with team owner Lawrence Stroll but noted the focus remains on the present. His decision may hinge on his performance relative to competitors and his satisfaction with the sport's evolving technical regulations.
- ▪Fernando Alonso's contract with Aston Martin Racing expires at the end of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
- ▪Alonso plans to make a decision about his future around the summer break of the 2026 season.
- ▪The Aston Martin team has scored zero points in the first three races of the 2026 season under new regulations.
- ▪Alonso has indicated he does not want to leave Formula 1 with a negative impression of the sport.
- ▪Alonso holds the record for the most Formula 1 grand prix starts, with 428 as of 2026.
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