Fernando Alonso has been plying his skills with Aston Martin since 2023. The veteran Formula 1 driver recently extended his agreement with the team until the conclusion of 2026. Alonso expressed his intention to continue competing at a high level in the sport.
Although Alonso did have discussions with other teams, he ultimately chose to remain with Aston Martin. Previously, there were rumors linking him to Mercedes, but he is no longer available in the driver market.
Throughout the recent period, Alonso has been constantly in the spotlight regarding his future in Formula 1. Despite being the oldest driver on the grid, his performances on the track have not been affected. Last season, he achieved numerous podium finishes for Aston Martin in the first half of the year.
While Alonso did consider other options, he demonstrated his unwavering faith in the Aston Martin project by extending his contract. He credited the team’s desire to work with him as the main factor behind his decision to renew his deal.
Alonso has been honing his skills with Aston Martin since 2023. After completing a season with the team, he has chosen to continue his partnership for an additional two years. Despite being in his 40s, he remains as fast as ever and consistently challenges the younger drivers. It will be intriguing to see how he performs in the future, considering his contract extension.