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Hungry for sport, he grew up to the sound of Formula 1 engines and the exploits of Ronaldinho. Today, with a Master’s degree in sports journalism, he no longer misses an F1 Grand Prix or a PSG match, his two passions and specialties.
The future of Fernando Alonso is always a recurring subject in Formula 1. And for good reason, the Spanish driver will begin his 22nd season this year, and although he recently extended his contract with Aston Martin, his future will largely depend on what Adrian Newey will be able to offer him as a single-seater in 2026.
At the age of 43, Fernando Alonso has demonstrated exceptional longevity. However, it is obvious that the end of his Formula 1 career is closer than the beginning. The double world champion has extended his contract with Aston Martin until 2026 which will therefore represent a crucial date for the future of Fernando Alonso as its historical manager points out, namely Flavio Briatoreconvinced that if Adrian Newey creates a car capable of winning the title, Alonso will continue.
-Newey will influence Alonso’s future
« If you ask me if Fernando wants to continue after his contract ends, I don’t know yet. Our last year will be 2026 for now with Aston Martin. What he wants to do next, I don’t know. Does he want to continue for another year? The performance is there. You see Fernando’s performance, it’s there. It’s not a question of loss of concentration, or motivation. During a race, he is always there. If he is 11th, he wants to be 10th. If he is 10th, he wants to be ninth. He wants the car to be competitive. He qualifies well, he runs well », he blurted out in comments reported by Nextgen-auto.combefore continuing.
“It will depend on how he feels about the project with Adrian Newey”
« I don’t know, honestly, if he wants to stop with 2026 as his last year or if he wants to continue. Honestly, I don’t know. It will depend on how he feels about the project with Adrian Newey, and the timing, I don’t know if he will have started a family at that time and so on. But he’s definitely someone unique. I’ve never seen anyone like that, so determined every day, every day, every day. He never gives up. Amazing », added Flavio Briatore.
