Fernando Alonso’s historic manager, Flavio Briatore took the time to discuss the future of the Spanish driver. For the Alpine advisor, the double world champion has no intention of putting away his F1 steering wheel. At least not right away.
Flavio Briatore continues to impose his influence on the world of Formula 1. Extremely valuable in recent months in the direction of Alpine, the Italian also keeps an eye on his colt Fernando Alonso.
It must be said that the Spaniard is no longer young. At 43, the current Aston Martin driver is starting to break some longevity records. Last June, he became the oldest driver to compete in F1 since 1975 and a certain Graham Hill (45 years and 345 days). But then, when will Fernando Alonso bow out?
Alonso expects a lot from Adrian Newey
Not right away, according to Flavio Briatore! The one who was recently criticized by Frédéric Vasseur revealed some confidences to Motorsport. For the Italian, the decision Alonso makes will depend greatly on the work done with Adrian Newey.
As a reminder, the Spaniard was one of the great architects of the British engineer’s signature. However, this will not prevent the fact that Alonso’s contract with Aston Martin ends in 2026. On this subject, Briatore is convinced: the double F1 world champion will have the ability to continue if he wishes!
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“His performance is still there” rappels Flavio Briatore. “He never gives up. […] If you ask me if Fernando wants to continue after the end of his contract: I don’t know. Our last year will be 2026 with Aston Martin” concluded the Alpine manager, thus sowing doubt about the date of Fernando Alonso’s retirement.
In the meantime, the Spaniard will hope to find his way back to victory during the 2025 season. Alongside Lance Stroll on the F1 grid, Alonso failed to achieve the slightest victory or podium last year. A charge of revenge, for the one who should still give us a few more years on the circuit before bowing out. At least according to Flavio Briatore…
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