P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Could this be Alonso’s final year in F1? It will take him a few races to make his mind up…
Fernando Alonso is undecided about continuing to race in Formula 1 after this season. He started his 21st season in the sport with Minardi in 2001 and has since returned from two breaks from full-time racing. Despite his switch to Aston Martin last year showing early promise with six podium finishes, he hasn’t won a race in over a decade due to Red Bull’s dominance. With his contract ending soon, Alonso must choose between staying with Aston Martin as they aim for the top or potentially moving to Mercedes, where Lewis Hamilton’s departure has left a vacant seat. Alonso has not committed to any decision yet and plans to evaluate his future in the upcoming weeks or after a few races. He mentioned the demanding nature of the sport and the tempting prospects of the regulations changing in 2026 as factors influencing his choice.
