Fernando Alonso has signed a two-year contract extension with Aston Martin’s Formula 1 team, keeping him with the team through the 2026 season. The 42-year-old racer joined Aston Martin in 2023 and has been experiencing a career resurgence with the team, securing eight podium finishes in the 2023 season. This extension suggests that Alonso’s full-time Formula 1 career will likely end with Aston Martin, as he stated, “Here to stay,” in a brief but powerful statement.
Aston Martin Team Principal Mike Krack expressed his excitement over securing Alonso’s long-term future with the team, praising their strong working relationship and shared determination for success. Alonso’s decision to continue racing with Aston Martin reflects his belief in the team, and the team’s belief in him. The partnership between Alonso and Aston Martin has been successful so far, with the racer finishing fourth in the driver standings in 2023, his best result since 2014.
In 2026, Aston Martin’s power unit will be formed in a partnership with Honda, suggesting that the team is looking to optimize its performance and competitiveness in the upcoming seasons. Prior to joining Aston Martin, Alonso competed with Alpine in 2021 and 2022, with limited success, scoring only one podium finish. Alonso had initially left the Formula 1 paddock after the 2018 season, following four consecutive seasons without a podium finish with McLaren.
During his Formula 1 hiatus, Alonso achieved success in other racing disciplines, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Rolex 24 at Daytona, and competing in the Indianapolis 500 with Arrow McLaren. His return to Formula 1 with Aston Martin has reignited his competitive spirit and showcased his talent on the track. With this contract extension, Alonso and Aston Martin are set to continue their successful partnership, aiming for even greater achievements in the upcoming seasons. Fans and enthusiasts can look forward to seeing Alonso’s continued contributions to the sport with Aston Martin.
