Fernando Alonso hints at potential return to Alpine in 2027
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Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Fernando Alonso has suggested that his upcoming race at Barcelona could be his last in Formula 1, prompting speculation about a return to Alpine for a fourth stint. Alonso is currently evaluating his future in F1 and may retire at the end of the season. Alpine is led by Flavio Briatore, whom Alonso has previously worked with, adding credibility to the rumors of a return. While Aston Martin has development plans for the future, the prospect of joining Alpine, which has a partnership with Mercedes, may seem more appealing for Alonso’s ambitions. His farewell sentiment at the Barcelona race carries additional weight, as the circuit will not be part of the 2027 calendar.
- •Alonso hints 2026 Barcelona race may be his last in F1.
- •Speculation arises about a return to Alpine, led by Flavio Briatore.
- •Aston Martin plans a car debut in 2027 but faces performance uncertainties.
- •Alpine's partnership with Mercedes looks promising for Alonso's goals.
- •Barcelona will not host a race in the 2027 season.
- 8:43 AMYahoo Sports — Why rumours about Fernando Alonso and Alpine have surfaced for 2027
- 8:43 AMMotorsport.com — Why rumours about Fernando Alonso and Alpine have surfaced for 2027
"Fernando Alonso has not decided his Formula 1 future beyond the end of this season and rumours have emerged about a sensational return to Alpine for a fourth stint with the Enstone-based team. Alonso has already experienced saying goodbye in F1. At the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, he bid farewell to McLaren and Formula 1, but it was not a goodbye to motorsport as he lined up a pursuit of the ...Keep reading
"Fernando Alonso’s claim that this will be his last Barcelona Formula 1 race has triggered intrigue into his future – with a return to Alpine rumoured
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 8:43 AMWhy rumours about Fernando Alonso and Alpine have surfaced for 2027
Fernando Alonso’s claim that this will be his last Barcelona Formula 1 race has triggered intrigue into his future – with a return to Alpine rumoured
- Motorsport.comJun 13, 2026, 8:43 AMWhy rumours about Fernando Alonso and Alpine have surfaced for 2027
Fernando Alonso has not decided his Formula 1 future beyond the end of this season and rumours have emerged about a sensational return to Alpine for a fourth stint with the Enstone-based team. Alonso has already experienced saying goodbye in F1. At the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, he bid farewell to McLaren and Formula 1, but it was not a goodbye to motorsport as he lined up a pursuit of the ...Keep reading
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