Fernando Alonso delays decision on Aston Martin future in Formula 1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Fernando Alonso confirms he faces no immediate pressure from Aston Martin to finalize his plans for the upcoming seasons. The driver continues to evaluate his future in Formula 1 as the sport prepares for upcoming regulatory changes. This period of deliberation coincides with the broader industry focus on shifts in technical rules that will dictate vehicle performance. Alonso has not yet committed to a timeline for his decision, keeping his options open as the team monitors the evolving competitive. His status remains a point of interest for the team as they look toward future development cycles.
- •Fernando Alonso is under no internal pressure from Aston Martin to decide his future.
- •The driver is currently weighing his commitment to continued racing in Formula 1.
- •Future regulatory changes in the sport are influencing his decision-making process.
- •No deadline for a contract decision has been set by the team.
- 6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Alonso not in a rush to decide his future, says he may not be driving in F1 next year
- 4:42 PMRacer — Alonso content to keep future plans on hold as F1 ponders rule changes
"Fernando Alonso says there’s “no urgency” to make a decision on what he'll be doing in 2027. The 45-year-old Aston Martin driver said Thursday ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix that racing in the World Endurance Championship series instead of F1 is an option. The two-time world champion doesn't appear to be enjoying his current time in F1, as Aston Martin continues to struggle and with new regulations that take away some of the importance of the drivers' input.
"Fernando Alonso says he is under no pressure from Aston Martin to decide his future with the team, as he weighs up continuing racing in Formula 1.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 6:44 PMAlonso not in a rush to decide his future, says he may not be driving in F1 next year
Fernando Alonso says there’s “no urgency” to make a decision on what he'll be doing in 2027. The 45-year-old Aston Martin driver said Thursday ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix that racing in the World Endurance Championship series instead of F1 is an option. The two-time world champion doesn't appear to be enjoying his current time in F1, as Aston Martin continues to struggle and with new regulations that take away some of the importance of the drivers' input.
- RacerSep 10, 2026, 4:42 PMAlonso content to keep future plans on hold as F1 ponders rule changes
Fernando Alonso says he is under no pressure from Aston Martin to decide his future with the team, as he weighs up continuing racing in Formula 1.
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