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Aston Martin Formula 1 boss Mike Krack says the team is “not concerned” by Fernando Alonso’s age, after admitting its
After leaving F1 in 2018, Alonso returned to the sport with Alpine in 2021. However, Alpine was hesitant to offer him more than a one-year contract due to reported doubts about his age. Aston Martin took advantage of this hesitation and signed Alonso to a two-year contract following Sebastian Vettel’s retirement. Alonso had a successful debut season with Aston Martin, earning eight podium finishes and finishing fourth in the standings. Aston Martin wants to keep Alonso beyond 2024, with Krack stating that the answer is clearly yes and that he is not concerned. Alpine had a tumultuous season, resulting in key personnel leaving the team. Aston Martin prioritizes success in F1, while criticism has been leveled at Alpine for focusing on its road car division. Aston Martin amassed more than 225 points compared to the previous year, while Alpine dropped two places in the standings.
