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Fernando Alonso has decided to continue in Formula 1 beyond the 2024 season and has committed his future to the ongoing Aston Martin project.
Fernando Alonso has explained his decision to continue racing in Formula 1 beyond the 2024 season, having signed a multi-year extension with Aston Martin, taking him into the 2026 season and the new era of technical regulations. Alonso had been contemplating his F1 future and ultimately chose to commit to Aston Martin despite other opportunities arising. He emphasized the intense commitment required in F1 and his readiness to continue racing. Alonso made the decision to stay in F1 after the Australian Grand Prix last month, leading to talks with Aston Martin. The 43-year-old driver expressed loyalty to the team and a desire to achieve further success together in the upcoming years. While he didn’t specify how long he intends to continue racing, Alonso is motivated to work with Aston Martin and help the team progress even beyond his driving career.
