The Aston Martin Formulation 1 group on Thursday introduced that star driver Fernando Alonso has signed a brand new multi-year take care of the squad.

The information ends hypothesis that Alonso may retire once more from F1 after the present season or maybe even be a part of Mercedes-Benz AMG which continues to be on the look out for a driver to exchange Lewis Hamilton, who joins Ferrari subsequent season.

“There was a lot mentioned and written about my future in Formulation 1 prior to now few months, however right this moment I am delighted to announce that I am right here to stick with Aston Martin Aramco in a multi-year settlement,” Alonso mentioned in a press release.

The double world champion, who is popping 43 this 12 months, is essentially the most skilled driver on the grid, having made 381 begins. His efficiency hasn’t tapered, although. Since becoming a member of Aston Martin in 2023, he managed six podium finishes throughout the primary eight races of that season.

His new deal ensures he’ll nonetheless be with the group in 2026 when a brand new period that includes new energy items and extra automakers arrives. Within the case of Aston Martin, the 2026 season will see a swap from Mercedes to Honda for the provision of energy items.

Alonso’s teammate at Aston Martin is Lance Stroll, son of Aston Martin Chairman Lawrence Stroll. No particulars on any change to his future presence on the squad has been introduced.

Alonso lately has additionally dabbled exterior of F1. The spotlight was with Toyota within the World Endurance Championship throughout the 2018 and 2019 seasons, every time profitable general on the 2024 Hours of Le Mans. He additionally raced with McLaren’s IndyCar group within the Indy 500 in 2017 and 2020 in a quest to realize motorsports’ triple crown (wins on the Monaco Grand Prix, 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Indy 500), although did not discover a lot success there.