Fernando Alonso has confirmed that he will remain with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team through the 2027 season, extending his already historic Formula 1 career into a record‑breaking 24th year. The 45‑year‑old two‑time world champion, who first entered the sport as a 19‑year‑old in 2001, will continue to line up beside Canadian teammate Lance Stroll, whose own contract extension was announced at the same time. This dual renewal underscores the team's commitment to stability and experience as it navigates a challenging period under the new technical regulations introduced in 2026. Alonso, who boasts 440 Grand Prix starts and 32 victories, will turn 46 in July and still insists he possesses the speed and determination required to compete at the sport's highest level.
"Racing is my life, my passion, and I know I still have the speed and determination to compete at the highest level," he said in a statement. "I am committed for the long term with this team and to helping us succeed." He added that the project at Aston Martin has attracted him because of its strong leadership, talented staff, and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
"I truly believe in what we are building: we have strong leadership, incredible people, partners and facilities. I look forward to making more memories on the race track in front of the passionate fans," the Spaniard explained.
The extension comes after a turbulent first year under the 2026 rulebook, which introduced a new power‑unit formula and saw Aston Martin partner with Honda as its works engine supplier. Despite the technical overhaul and a car designed by the legendary Adrian Newey, the team has struggled, accumulating just three points from fifteen races.
Alonso has been outspoken about the current engine regulations, describing them as a source of frustration for drivers and engineers alike. Yet his decision to stay reflects a belief that the team can turn the corner and that his experience will be vital in that process. Lance Stroll, now 27, echoed similar sentiments.
"I'm very happy to continue with Aston Martin Aramco for the long term," he said. "I've been on this journey since the beginning and I believe we have the resources and the people to become a winning team. There is so much hard work going on at Silverstone with real progress being made, and the determination I see in every department is a huge motivation for me." Stroll's contract now secures his fifth season alongside Alonso and his ninth overall with the Silverstone‑based outfit, which is co‑owned by his father, Lawrence Stroll, who serves as executive chairman.
Lawrence Stroll used the occasion to reaffirm the team's ambition. "Lance and Fernando have been a crucial part of our journey and we are very pleased to confirm that they will continue with us into the next chapter for the team," he said. "Having two drivers with their level of experience, commitment and knowledge provides tremendous value to the whole organisation.
We are here to win, and whilst our short‑term focus remains on improving performance, I believe we have the world‑class talent we need to achieve our long‑term objectives." The decision to retain both drivers also has wider implications for the driver market. Earlier in the summer, several potential free‑agent race winners, such as Carlos Sainz of Williams, chose to stay with their current teams, narrowing the pool of available talent. With Aston Martin's lineup now set, only four seats remain open on the 2025 grid: two at the newly rebranded Racing Bulls and two at Haas. Racing Bulls have yet to announce their drivers, though Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad appear to be front‑runners for retention.
Haas is expected to keep young British talent Oliver Bearman, while the future of Frenchman Esteban Ocon is uncertain; the team is reportedly eyeing F2 champion Rafael Câmara, who enjoys backing from Ferrari, as a possible replacement. Beyond the driver market, the sport itself is gearing up for a notable calendar change. Formula 1 will return to Malaysia for the first time since 2017, with the Bahrain Grand Prix scheduled to take place at the Sepang International Circuit. Fans can follow the action live on Sky Sports F1, with streaming options available through NOW, which offers a contract‑free, cancel‑anytime service.
Alonso's extended stay at Aston Martin highlights a broader trend in Formula 1: seasoned veterans are increasingly valued for the technical feedback and leadership they provide to teams undergoing major transitions. While younger drivers bring raw speed and marketability, the nuanced understanding of car dynamics that a driver of Alonso's calibre offers can accelerate development cycles, especially under the demanding hybrid power‑unit era. In summary, Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll have both signed on to remain with Aston Martin through at least the 2027 season, cementing a driver pairing that blends experience with ambition.
The team hopes to translate that continuity into improved on‑track performance as it continues to adapt to the new technical regulations and strives to become a consistent front‑runner in the championship. The upcoming season promises further drama both on the track and in the ever‑evolving driver market, with fans worldwide watching closely to see whether Aston Martin's strategic gamble will pay off.