Evasive Alonso Teases Reporters on His F1 Future
The two-time world champion said he may race in the World Endurance Championship or take another role as Aston Martin struggles.
- On Thursday ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, two-time world champion Fernando Alonso said there is "no urgency" to make a decision on his 2027 Formula One future.
- Aston Martin's struggles with 2026 hybrid regulations have frustrated Alonso, who holds only three points after 13 races this season, the fewest among active drivers.
- Alonso confirmed racing in the World Endurance Championship is an option and revealed he is considering a different role within Aston Martin beyond driving.
- Team owner Lawrence Stroll has spoken with other drivers about a potential vacant seat, a fact Alonso acknowledged he is aware of amid ongoing uncertainty.
- Alonso expressed optimism about 2026 regulatory changes, stating, "Next year, there is a step, in the right direction, hopefully," regarding improved driving conditions.
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Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future
After a disappointing season to date with Aston Martin in the new hybrid-era cars introduced this year, it was widely expected that Alonso would make an announcement ahead of the first race at the new Madring circuit. But asked if a decision was due, he simply replied: "Not soon." And when asked why he was continuing to delay, he added: "Because I think it's nice." The 45-year-old preferred to remain evasive and ironic on the subject of whether…
Fernando Alonso is 45 and a Formula 1 legend, who is perhaps driving a home-grand-prix in Spain for the last time this weekend. But only perhaps, because the old champion makes hints on the question of the future.
Fernando Alonso states that there is "no urgency" to take a decision on his plans for 2027.
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Two-time Formula 1 world champion Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso has said he is in no rush to make a decision about what he will do in 2027.
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