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Fernando Alonso has confirmed that he did hold conversations with some other Formula 1 teams on the grid before opting
Fernando Alonso’s future in Formula 1 was uncertain as he reached the final term of his contract with Aston Martin and explored other options, including rumored talks with Red Bull and Mercedes due to Hamilton’s move to Ferrari. However, he ultimately decided to renew his contract with Aston Martin for the 2026 season under the new regulations. Alonso confirmed that while he had discussions with other teams, he found Aston Martin to be the best fit and the most desired choice for him. Despite rumors linking him to Red Bull, he chose not to disclose details of other potential talks out of respect for Aston Martin’s announcement. Alonso admitted that the decision-making process was relatively easy once he took the time to assess his commitment to Formula 1 and his passion for racing with Aston Martin.
