Aston Martin retains Alonso and Stroll for F1 2027
Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso has signed a contract extension with Aston Martin, securing his seat through the 2027 season. The 45-year-old veteran chose to remain with the team despite his public reservations regarding the sport's upcoming 2026 technical regulation changes.
Why it matters
Alonso's commitment provides stability for Aston Martin and signals his continued intent to compete at the highest level of motorsport despite his age and concerns over future vehicle design.
Fernando Alonso has finally confirmed that he will continue with Aston Martin into the 2027 Formula 1 campaign, ending all speculation surrounding his future.
For months the 45-year-old had been answering questions about whether or not he will stick with F1, given his then Aston Martin contract expired at the end of the current 2026 campaign.
The double champion claimed it depended on which direction the regulations would take, as he strongly dislikes the new-for-2026 ruleset that has more emphasis on electric power.
But Alonso not publicly committing was partly an effort to increase pressure on F1, particularly as he’d held meetings with Stefano Domenicali and FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
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