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Fernando Alonso’s time at McLaren in Formula 1 did not exactly go to plan, but he did find great enjoyment with them in another category. The Spaniard joined the Woking outfit in 2007 after winning his two championships back-to-back with Renault.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 5

Zak Brown “would love” Indy 500 reunion with Fernando Alonso

The two-time Formula One World Champion hasn't raced in the Indianapolis 500 since 2020 Fernando Alonso has an open invitation to return to the Indianapolis 500 whenever he’s ready, courtesy of McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown.

Formula One News / HITC / February 3

Jenson Button outlines role at Aston Martin and how he aims to support Fernando Alonso

The Formula 1 driver market may have been quiet last season, but a significant off-track move has just taken place. Jenson Button has joined Aston Martin as a brand ambassador on a multi-year agreement, ahead of the 2026 season.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / February 3

Formula 1 Lore Tuesday: The 2007 Spygate Scandal

Formula 1 is the sport that has everything, and that includes an espionage story. Spygate is perhaps the most dramatic sporting scandal of all time. One June day in 2007, 780 pages of Ferrari’s confidential documents were sent to a local printing shop, and Spygate was born.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / February 1

The Wait is Over: Alonso Finally Takes the Wheel of Newey’s Masterpiece

It’s one of those “what if” scenarios that fans have debated in pubs for two decades. What happens when you put Alonso, the grid’s most relentless racer, in a car designed by the sport’s greatest aerodynamicist?

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 30

Fernando Alonso's verdict on Aston Martin's first proper day of 2026 F1 running

With no filming days in the can, Aston Martin arrived late for F1's shakedown and managed just a handful of laps on Thursday – but Fernando Alonso completed

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 30

Carlos Alcaraz copies Fernando Alonso’s iconic celebration after Australian Open semi-final epic

After reaching his first Australian Open final, Alcaraz delivered the perfect tribute to his favourite F1 driver Carlos Alcaraz celebrated his Australian semi-final win by recreating one of Fernando Alonso's famous poses.

Formula One News / HITC / January 30

James Hinchcliffe highlights what sets Fernando Alonso apart from every other F1 driver

Fernando Alonso is still going strong as he heads into his 23rd season in Formula 1. Now 44, questions are swirling about how much longer he’ll stick around.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / January 22

Formula 1 News: Binotto fuels Alonso 2026 title talk

(GMM) Mattia Binotto has added weight to the increasingly viral prediction that Fernando Alonso (pictured) could be a genuine contender for the 2026 world championship.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / January 20

Formula 1 News: Alonso tipped for 2026 title but Marko eyes Mercedes edge

(GMM) Fernando Alonso (pictured) has emerged as an unlikely early favorite for the 2026 Formula 1 world championship, with a growing number of paddock voices pointing to experience – and … Read More

Formula One News / Yardbarker / January 15

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Aramco could benefit from rule changes in 2026

The world of Formula 1 will be different in 2026, thanks to all the new regulations and changes to the car, making it so that any one of the 11 teams can compete.

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Formula One News / HITC / January 14

Fernando Alonso spotted driving £13m one-of-28 supercar around the streets of Monaco

Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso is one of a number of Formula 1 drivers you could potentially spot driving around the streets of Monaco during the off-season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 13

Fernando Alonso spotted in Monaco driving rare Group B legend

Fernando Alonso has been seen in Monaco driving an Audi Sport Quattro Fernando Alonso has once again been spotted behind the wheel of a rare sports car.

Real Madrid News / HITC / January 13

What F1 superstar Fernando Alonso said about Xabi Alonso before Real Madrid sacking

Xabi Alonso lost his job as Real Madrid manager after losing the Spanish Super Cup final to Barcelona. Alonso only took over from Carlo Ancelotti in the summer but leaves with Real four points behind their El Clasico rivals in La Liga.

Formula One News / HITC / January 9

Max Verstappen tops Aston Martin’s list if Alonso chooses to retire from F1

Fernando Alonso will be the oldest driver on the grid in 2026, and while he’s not showing any signs of retirement just yet, Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll knows it’s time to start looking ahead.

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Formula One News / Into The Chicane / December 16

Formula 1 Lore Tuesday: Crashgate 2008

One of the biggest modern scandals in Formula 1 took place in 2008. A tough year at Renault saw the team take a risky gamble- asking one driver to crash to cause a safety car to be deployed, leading to their other driver finishing in pole.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Jenson Button Drags F1 Media For ‘Clickbait’ Comments About Alonso’s Retirement

If there is one thing Formula 1 fans love more than a photo finish, it’s a bit of off-track drama. Typically, that drama occurs between drivers competing for a championship or team principals debating over budget caps.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Fernando Alonso Reveals Sneaky Mind Games That Led Title Rival to Crash in F1

Fernando Alonso has had a stunning Formula 1 career so far and built a reputation for using every possible advantage to win races. The Spaniard has won two world championships for Renault in his career, but is still chasing a third world championship at 44 years old, now driving for Aston Martin.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / September 8

Fernando Alonso Makes Frustrated Confession After Aston Martin Italian Grand Prix Failure

Fernando Alonso was again left frustrated with the reliability of his Aston Martin after dropping more points at Formula 1's Italian Grand Prix. The British manufacturer is in the tightly-contested race for fifth in the constructors' standings with Williams, Sauber and Racing Bulls, but lost ground after Alonso was forced to retire at Monza.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / September 1

Fernando Alonso's Expletive-Laden Radio Rant At Aston Martin Explained

Fernando Alonso launched into an expletive-laden rant against his Aston Martin Formula 1 team at the Dutch Grand Prix which was picked up on team radio.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / August 2

Alonso: Aston Martin progress 'encouraging for next year’s project'

Fernando Alonso found himself in contention for Pole Position in Hungary, with a sub-optimal final sector costing him a crucial tenth in the battle for first.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 23

Aston Martin reaffirm Alonso commitment amidst market rumours

Fernando Alonso secured a second consecutive points finish at the Canadian GP, capitalising on a competitive AMR25 to secure important points for Aston Martin.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / May 26

Aston Martin review engine failure as Alonso denied points

Fernando Alonso is no stranger to misfortune and poor reliability, but even he will be frustrated at the number of points that have slipped through his finger.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Fernando Alonso’s Four-Word Radio Meltdown Shakes Imola GP

Fernando Alonso’s radio meltdown at the Imola GP caught everyone’s attention after the two-time World Champion let loose a furious four-word outburst that perfectly captured his frustration.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / March 30

Fernando Alonso dismisses V10 engine change, says F1 in a 'different world'

As the return of V10 engines is rumored, Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso is not too jazzed about the power units potentially returning. 2026 is set to feature a fresh set of power unit regulations that could drastically alter the state of play in F1.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / March 25

Struggling Fernando Alonso dealing with neck injury

Fernando Alonso acknowledged that he has been dealing with an injury after failing to finish his second consecutive race to begin the 2025 Formula 1 season.