Overview

• Fernando Alonso said 2026 will probably be his last year in Formula 1 if the Aston Martin is competitive, based on comments to Spanish newspaper AS reported on Saturday.
• He added that he could continue one more season if the 2026 car disappoints so he can sign off with a good feeling.
• Alonso described the forthcoming rules overhaul as the final regulation change of his career and his last opportunity to contend meaningfully.
• He will weigh retirement on how he feels physically and mentally next year and he wants to leave while he still considers himself among the best.
• Aston Martin has invested heavily for 2026, including hiring Adrian Newey, while Alonso sits only 12th in this season’s drivers’ standings.