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Fernando Alonso Extends Aston Martin Contract Until 2027, Says He Still Feels Fast
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Alonso extends Aston Martin contract through 2027, keeping him with the team for 2027. Alonso says he still feels fast, motivating his decision to remain in F1.
Alonso stays through 2027
Fernando Alonso extended his Formula 1 contract with Aston Martin until 2027, and the deal keeps him in the sport for at least one more year. Aston Martin’s announcement also kept Lance Stroll as a driver for the team in 2027, with both drivers set to remain teammates.
“Fernando Alonso extends his contract with Aston Martin until 2027.”
Alonso told BBC Sport that the biggest reason for staying was that he “still feels fast”. Alonso added that he would not step down because he “still feel[s] as fast as anybody”, framing the decision as a continuation of his driving life.
Why he delayed retirement
Fernando Alonso said he took time to make his decision, and he told the BBC that “First, this is my life,” as he explained why he committed to racing again. Alonso described his motivation in terms of confidence, saying he has “something extra” when he thinks about stepping down or taking a different role.
Alonso also argued that he would only stop watching from home if he believed he had lost speed, reflexes, or abilities, telling the BBC, “then I will be happy to watch from my living room the race.” Alonso’s message arrived after Aston Martin used social media to announce an “announcement,” and the video included his line, “I will retire from F1… but not yet.”
Team plans and stakes
Aston Martin’s renewal left the team preparing for the next season with Alonso and Stroll confirmed for 2027, while the sources pointed to a grid with “just four seats free on the 2027 grid.” Alonso’s decision also came alongside discussion of the 2026 rules and his criticism of the hybrid era, with the BBC noting he has been outspoken in his criticism of the new hybrid engines introduced in 2026.
“That leaves just four seats free on the 2027 grid.”
Alonso’s contract extension was tied to his view that he still has the speed and determination to compete at the highest level, and he told the BBC, “So let's have another go.” Lawrence Stroll, the team owner, said the team was “here to win,” while also emphasizing that its short-term focus remained on improving performance as it looked toward long-term objectives.