Alonso stays with Aston Martin while Red Bull considers Lawson's future
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Fernando Alonso is expected to remain with Aston Martin through 2027, with an announcement anticipated during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend. Alonso's decision comes after solid performances, including a ninth-place finish in Zandvoort. Meanwhile, Red Bull is maintaining Liam Lawson with the team to cover for Isack Hadjar, who is recovering from a wrist injury. Lawson finished seventh at Zandvoort in his substitute role, indicating that Red Bull is not rushing Hadjar's return as there are no title stakes for him this season. Additionally, reports state that Max Verstappen's new deal with Red Bull could elevate his annual salary near $100 million, ahead of his competitors.
- •Alonso likely to announce contract extension with Aston Martin for 2027.
- •Lawson stepped in for Hadjar, achieving seventh place at Zandvoort.
- •Red Bull is not rushing Hadjar's return as he recovers from injury.
- •Verstappen’s new contract reportedly makes him the highest-paid driver in F1.
- •Netflix confirms a ninth season of Drive to Survive focusing on the 2026 season.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — F1 Today | Alonso and Lawson's future makes the headlines as Haas prepare for test
"Fernando Alonso ends speculation about his F1 future by remaining with Aston Martin while Red Bull Racing ponder Liam Lawson's future - here are the main stories from today, August 25th. Alonso has made his decision about his Formula 1 futureMultiple paddock sources indicate Fernando Alonso will remain with Aston Martin in 2027, with a formal announcement expected in Madrid during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend.
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