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Aston Martin’s Mexico Hopes End in an Early Double Retirement
Alonso felt Aston Martin was closer on Friday. By Saturday, he was warning about cooling. On Sunday, both cars retired in the opening laps, ending the team’s chance to turn encouraging practice pace into points.
Alonso Likes the Car. Can Mexico Put Aston Martin Ahead of Williams?
Fernando Alonso says his Aston Martin is working well in Mexico. With Williams just five points ahead, a strong Sunday could turn an encouraging Friday into a change in the standings.
Alonso’s Austin Frustration Has a Five-Point Reason. Why Did It Give Him Hope?
Fernando Alonso believed Aston Martin had points-scoring pace in Austin. Contact with Alex Albon compromised that opportunity, with Williams just five points ahead.
Newey Says Honda Is Behind Its 2019 Level. Aston Martin’s Chassis Needs Work Too.
Adrian Newey says Honda remains behind its 2019 level but sees promise for 2027. Alonso’s assessment shows Aston Martin also has chassis work to do.
Alonso Took the Points. Honda Took Something Else From Sepang.
Four points rewarded Aston Martin’s Sunday. What Honda learned along the way could matter when Alonso gets back in the car in Singapore.
Aston Martin Finally Gets Both Cars Into Q2 on Its Best Saturday of 2026
Alonso qualified 12th and Stroll 14th at Sepang, delivering Aston Martin’s first double-Q2 appearance of 2026. Both drivers achieved their best qualifying positions of the season.
Retirement Can Wait: Alonso Commits to Aston Martin for 2027
Fernando Alonso teased retirement, then confirmed another season with Aston Martin. He’ll turn 46 in 2027, but says the speed, motivation and passion remain.
ALONSO’S 2027 DECISION ISN’T ABOUT THE CAR. IT’S ABOUT F1 ITSELF.
Aston Martin’s recent progress has not settled Fernando Alonso’s future. The 45-year-old says whether he races in 2027 will depend more on Formula 1’s regulations than the performance of his car.