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Aston Martin has brushed off speculation linking Fernando Alonso with a surprise return to Alpine, following the Spaniard’s recent visits to his former team’s garage during Formula 1 race weekends.
Aston Martin has addressed new rumors about Fernando Alonso potentially returning to Alpine, amid speculations swirling around his future in Formula 1. While Alonso is currently contracted with Aston Martin until 2026, there are whispers suggesting more complexity behind the scenes. After returning to Alpine in 2021 and then moving to Aston Martin in 2023, Alonso initially achieved significant success before facing challenges with the team; currently, Aston Martin is in eighth place. Recently, signs of potential turnaround have emerged, with Alonso securing back-to-back points finishes in Spain and Canada. Although there has been speculation about him reconnecting with Alpine, Team Principal Andy Cowell dismissed concerns, expressing his satisfaction with Alonso’s presence and future plans within Aston Martin. Alonso’s decision may hinge on the upcoming 2026 regulatory changes and the performance of Aston Martin, with various factors influencing his racing future at the age of 43.
