Fernando Alonso Sends Tremors Through F1 World With Unexpected Aston Martin Commitment

Formula 1 heads into the summer break and it is the prime time to see contract negotiations between the drivers and the teams. Sebastian Vettel kicked things off with his retirement from the sport, with all eyes on the Aston Martin seat. A day into the time off, the breaking news from the paddock is Fernando Alonso will leave Alpine to go green for the 2023 season.

The driver who celebrated his birthday last Friday has announced a shocking move for the next season. The present Alpine driver looked all set to renew his contract with the team and continue to help develop the French constructor. However, in the world of F1, nothing is certain but the uncertain, and Alonso’s transfer is a prime example.

The Spaniard’s out-of-the-blue announcement sent the F1 Twitter into a frenzy as they cannot believe the new headline.

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In 2021, the former Racing Point F1 team saw itself rebranded into the Aston Martin. Lawrence Stroll bought the team and since day one, has talked about ambitions to win Grand Prix consistently. The team drafted a 5-year-plan to follow which includes a huge investment in the team’s infrastructure from the Canadian billionaire.

To chase its high ambitions, the team signed Sebastian Vettel in the 2021 season to bring his knowledge to a newly formed constructor. However, the partnership did not pan out, and the veteran announced his retirement mid-way through the 2022 season.

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As a result, it left a seat open on the team for the 2023 season, which has now been grabbed by Fernando Alonso. The 41-year-old has raced in the pinnacle of motorsport for about 2 decades and knows his way around the block. Remarkably, he is a two-time world champion and brings invaluable expertise to a highly motivated team.

The Spaniard commented on his move by saying, “This Aston Martin team is clearly applying the energy and commitment to win, and it is therefore one of the most exciting teams in Formula One today.”

“I have known Lawrence and Lance for many years and it is very obvious that they have the ambition and passion to succeed in Formula One.”

“I have watched as the team has systematically attracted great people with winning pedigrees, and I have become aware of the huge commitment to new facilities and resources at Silverstone.”

“No one in Formula One today is demonstrating a greater vision and absolute commitment to winning, and that makes it a really exciting opportunity for me.” he added.

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In the current F1 season, time and time again, Alonso has got the most out of his car and delivered exceptional pace. It would be an amazing spectacle to see this new partnership being formed between the experienced campaigner and the modern British racing stable. Are you excited to see the El Plan in action next year?