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Fernando Alonso is the first driver to race in F1 at the age of 44 since Graham Hill, but he is not concerned with what fans think of him.
Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso, a veteran driver in Formula 1, expressed that he is not bothered by the opinions of the younger generation of fans regarding older drivers like himself and Nico Hulkenberg.
Alonso, who debuted in 2001 and will be 45 by the end of his contract in 2026, has had a successful career in F1, winning titles with Renault in 2005 and 2006, and is now a vital part of Aston Martin’s team.
Despite not winning a race in over a decade, Alonso remains focused on racing and working with his team to deliver top performances.
He emphasized that the opinions of younger fans do not affect his priorities, as he and Hulkenberg are dedicated to winning races and improving daily with their teams.
Both Alonso and Hulkenberg believe that factors such as car performance and weekend circumstances play a significant role in race outcomes, rather than age or experience.
