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Fernando Alonso has admitted that Aston Martin’s competitiveness once the regulations change in 2026 will determine his future in F1.
Fernando Alonso has acknowledged that Aston Martin’s performance after the rule changes in 2026 will determine his future in Formula 1, despite signing an extension with the team until at least 2026.
Speculation about Alonso’s retirement has emerged due to his age (43) and struggles in the 2025 season, where he only scored his first points at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Alonso insists that he will assess Aston Martin’s competitiveness under Adrian Newey’s influence in 2026 before making any decisions about his future in the sport.
While recognizing the importance of Aston Martin’s performance in 2026 for his decision-making process, Alonso emphasizes that personal factors, motivation, and fitness levels will also play significant roles in his final choice.
Having returned to F1 multiple times, including a brief retirement in 2018, Alonso is conscious of the weight of the decision to retire and is determined to continue competing at a high level with Aston Martin.
