Alonso: ‘I’ll be the first to raise my hand if I realize I’m not fast anymore’

Despite his age, Fernando Alonso (42) has signed a multi-year contract with Aston Martin. However, the two-time world champion says as soon as he loses momentum, he will be the first to raise his hand.

Fernando Alonso is the oldest driver on the grid, but this is not reflected in his performance. On the contrary, the Spaniard is still one of the best riders in the field. At Aston Martin he is constantly fighting for points and podium places, and his team-mate Lance Stroll has never been able to beat the veteran from Oviedo. Despite the fact that Alonso has progressed somewhat in Formula 1 terms at the age of 42, he is still a sought-after name on the grid.

Aston Martin extend contract

This has also been seen in recent weeks. Alonso was frequently linked with a seat at Mercedes or Red Bull Racing in 2025, but those rumors can now be dismissed as myth. On Thursday, Aston Martin announced that Alonso has signed a multi-year contract extension, until at least the end of 2026. The contract includes the option to extend as a driver after this, or to continue in another role within Aston Martin. Alonso and Aston Martin have therefore been linked to each other for a long time.

First raise his hand

This means that Alonso will be behind the wheel at least until he is 45 years old, and that is quite unique in Formula 1. However, he is not worried: “That’s right, I will be 45 and I’m still racing, quotes Motorsport.com. “If one day I find myself unmotivated, out of shape or in no hurry… I think I have a very sincere relationship with Aston Martin, I will be the first to raise my hand.” and say: ‘You know, maybe I’ve lost something here or there,’ and then we’ll come up with a solution.”

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Japanese Grand Prix

However, Alonso is not afraid that he will lose his edge in the coming years. For example, he said he rode one of the best races of his life last weekend in Japan, crossing the sixth line: “As I said in Japan, maybe one of the best races of my career, it was five days ago,” he continues. “So I feel good. I don’t see a problem. And Lewis will be 40 in January, so at least I won’t be the only over-40 you’re talking about.”

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