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Alonso re-signs and Wolff delivers Hamilton replacement update – RacingNews365 Review
Aston Martin has confirmed that Fernando Alonso will continue racing with the team for the 2025 Formula 1 season on a multi-year deal. Alonso’s decision to extend his contract puts an end to speculations about his future in the sport. The Spanish driver will be competing with the team until at least the 2026 season. Toto Wolff, the principal of the Mercedes F1 team, revealed that Kimi Antonelli is the top contender for a seat at the team in the upcoming season, replacing Lewis Hamilton. The Red Bull RB20 has been praised for its strong performance this year despite some visual changes made to the car. Ferrari’s team principal Frederic Vasseur sees an opportunity for his team at the Chinese Grand Prix after showing promising performance at Suzuka. The passing of Ted Toleman, the founder of Toleman Formula 1 team, was confirmed by his family, marking the end of an era. Michael Andretti remains optimistic about his Formula 1 team entry approval despite initial rejection, believing in continued investment for a future opportunity.
