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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Vows to Keep Fernando Alonso in Formula 1

  • FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is urging Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso to remain in Formula 1, stating that a great champion should not be forced out by poor performance.
  • The 45-year-old Spaniard has expressed dissatisfaction with Aston Martin's performance and new F1 regulations, securing only three points after 13 races this season.
  • Speaking at the New Economy Forum in Madrid, Ben Sulayem confirmed he met with Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll to discuss improvements and vowed to persuade Alonso to stay.
  • Alonso is reportedly considering racing in another series or taking a non-driving role, though Ben Sulayem noted the driver had not mentioned these plans when they last spoke.
  • The Spanish Formula One Grand Prix returns to Madrid this weekend for the first time in over four decades, with the new venue scheduled to host races until 2035.
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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem vows to keep Fernando Alonso in Formula 1

MADRID (AP) — FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said it wouldn't be “acceptable” for Fernando Alonso to leave Formula 1, and vowed to try to make the two-time world champion change his mind.

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Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of the FIA, acknowledged in Madrid that he will do everything in his power for the Asturian to continue

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Mohammed ben Sulayem said in Madring that the Spanish driver "would have to succeed and then leave."

·Madrid, Spain
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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Friday, September 11, 2026.
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