Fernando Alonso has made it clear: he’s not leaving Formula 1 without securing a third world championship. The Spanish legend, who has already extended his stay with Aston Martin through the upcoming 2026 regulation changes, is laser-focused on his mission to return to the top of the sport. “For the next two or three years, I want to win the third world title,” Alonso boldly stated, emphasizing that his only priority right now is to conquer F1 once again.
Alonso’s arrival at Aston Martin has revitalized the team, transforming it into a podium contender. However, the squad has faced setbacks since its initial surge last season. Determined to bounce back, the Silverstone-based outfit is investing heavily in facilities, including state-of-the-art upgrades and securing the expertise of legendary design mastermind Adrian Newey. Furthermore, Aston Martin’s upcoming partnership with Honda promises to deliver the power needed to propel them back to the front.
Alonso, who last won an F1 title over a decade ago, has come agonizingly close to the championship on three occasions since. Despite not winning a race since May 2013, the Spaniard remains undeterred. “At the moment, it’s not in my plans to leave the ‘Grand Circus’,” Alonso reiterated at a Cognizant event. He’s fully committed to the Aston Martin project, eyeing the next few years as his opportunity to clinch the elusive third title. “This is my first and only priority at the moment. And then, because I will be 45, 46, we will see when the time comes how I am.”
As for his ambitions beyond F1, Alonso has put his pursuit of motorsport’s prestigious triple crown on hold. Having already conquered the Monaco Grand Prix and Le Mans, the only piece missing is the Indy 500. Despite making three attempts at the iconic oval race, victory has so far eluded him. When asked about returning to Indianapolis, Alonso remained cautious. “Not at the moment,” he said. “I tried the Indy 500 three times and didn’t make it. It’s the only thing I’m missing.”
While the allure of completing the triple crown remains strong, Alonso is realistic about the challenge. “The commitment it will take to go to the Indy 500, the amount of learning I’ll have to do all over again, will be too much. That’s what I think right now. I can’t say 100 percent, but it will be too much.”
With his sights firmly set on F1 glory and the clock ticking on his illustrious career, Alonso’s quest for a third world championship is shaping up to be his greatest challenge yet. Partnered with a rejuvenated Aston Martin and working alongside Newey’s technical genius, the Spaniard is betting everything on his final shot at the ultimate comeback.
