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Jacques Villeneuve is unsure whether Fernando Alonso will be able to win a third F1 drivers’ title.
Jacques Villeneuve has expressed doubt about Fernando Alonso’s chances of winning a third F1 drivers’ title due to Adrian Newey signing with Aston Martin. Newey, Aston Martin’s new managing technical partner, will join the team in 2025 to design their 2026 car for the new power unit regulations. The addition of Newey, a highly accomplished designer, has raised hope for Alonso, yet Villeneuve remains uncertain about a 2026 championship win. While Villeneuve acknowledges Alonso’s potential to stay competitive, he doubts the immediate success of Aston Martin’s transformation. The move signals Aston Martin’s ambition to become championship contenders, but Villeneuve sees it as a significant challenge for Newey given the team’s current status.
