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Fernando Alonso enjoyed a strong run of form during his opening races with the Aston Martin F1 team.
Fernando Alonso has impressed with a strong start to the 2023 F1 season, labeling it a wakeup call for younger drivers. The two-time world champion has achieved six podium finishes in the first eight races with Aston Martin. At 43 years old, Alonso is currently the oldest driver on the grid and plans to compete for at least the next two seasons. His unexpected performance has surprised both young drivers and fans, attracting a mix of generations supporting him in F1. Alonso feels proud to serve as a bridge between fans who watched him win titles in the 2000s and the newer generation discovering the sport. This connection with fans of different eras remains a significant aspect of his career as he nears his 400th F1 start.
