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Fernando Alonso has said Max Verstappen’s title rivals have failed to ‘intimidate’ him as he vows to fight the Red Bull driver in 2026.
Fernando Alonso failed to score points for Aston Martin, finishing 11th at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen secured his fourth consecutive championship, joining a select group of F1 drivers with four or more titles. Verstappen’s victory this year is seen as particularly impressive, given Red Bull’s decreased competitiveness during the season. Alonso expressed doubts about the mentality of Verstappen’s championship rivals and signaled his ambitions for 2026 when new regulations will be in place. The Spaniard congratulated Verstappen and expressed hope that he could challenge him in the future. Despite the acknowledgment of Verstappen’s accomplishment, Alonso emphasized the need for someone to challenge the Dutch driver and praised his exceptional performance during the season.
