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Alonso: Reuniting with Honda in F1 2026 "motivating"
On Thursday, Alonso extended his contract with Aston Martin until at least 2026, coinciding with Honda becoming the team’s works power unit partner. The Spaniard and Honda had a difficult relationship during their time at McLaren, leading to an early termination of their partnership due to poor results and strained ties. Despite past issues, Alonso cited the opportunity to work with Honda again as a major factor in his decision to stay at Aston Martin. He expressed respect for Honda’s success in motorsport and their ability to overcome previous challenges in Formula 1.
Alonso believes Honda will enter the 2026 season with a strong foundation and the capability to build upon that success in partnership with Aston Martin. The driver sees the potential for a fruitful collaboration, especially with the development of sustainable fuels and new regulations on the horizon. With confidence in Honda’s performance and technological capabilities, Alonso is optimistic about the team’s prospects in the evolving landscape of Formula 1.
