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Fernando Alonso hints at retirement during Spanish Grand Prix week

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:37 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Fernando Alonso hints at retirement during Spanish Grand Prix week
Summary

Fernando Alonso indicated that the Spanish Grand Prix could be his last Formula 1 appearance at Barcelona, expressing gratitude to fans during a press conference. Aston Martin has faced challenges with the Honda power unit this season, making it difficult for Alonso to remain competitive. He has not made an official retirement decision but is expected to evaluate his future after the summer break. The 2027 F1 calendar may not include Barcelona, heightening the significance of this race for the two-time World Champion.

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By the Numbers
  • •Alonso hints this weekend could be his final appearance in Barcelona
  • •Aston Martin is struggling with engine performance this season
  • •Alonso plans to decide on his future after the summer break
  • •Barcelona may not be on the 2027 F1 schedule
Latest Updates
  • 3:37 PMYahoo Sports — Fernando Alonso drops major hint over his F1 future ahead of Spanish Grand Prix
  • 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — “Probably My Last”: Fernando Alonso Drops Retirement Hint Ahead of Spanish Grand Prix
What they're saying
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We have spent the last few weeks extensively breaking down the brutal mathematical realities of Aston Martin’s 2026 engine woes, specifically how the Honda power unit narrowly missed out on the maximum ADUO development tier. Now, the human cost of…

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Fernando Alonso is set to compete on home soil in the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend

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