Fernando Alonso, a two-time world champion, has expressed his desire to continue racing in F1 beyond the 2026 season. Despite his contract with Aston Martin expiring at the end of the year, Alonso stated that he feels competitive, motivated, and happy when driving. The 44-year-old driver had previously considered his future, indicating that his decision would be influenced by his car's performance. Alonso's comments suggest that he is not ready to retire, having spent 41 years of his life racing.
Aston Martin has had a difficult start to the 2026 season, failing to score a point in the first three races. This may impact their ability to attract a leading driver to replace Alonso for the 2027 season. Alonso's decision to continue racing may be influenced by his desire to end his career on a high note, rather than after a poor season.