Fernando Alonso stated on September 3, 2026, that his decision on whether to race in 2027 with Aston Martin is not yet made. ^[1] Fernando Alonso, a two-time Formula 1 world champion with 437 career Grand Prix wins, has not yet renewed his contract with Aston Martin. ^[2] Fernando Alonso criticized the new Formula 1 hybrid engine regulations, describing them as a 'battery world championship' that differs from the series he grew up with. ^[3] Fernando Alonso stated that finishing ninth at the Dutch Grand Prix was not enough to convince him to continue racing for another season. ^[4] Alonso criticized the current V6 turbo-hybrid engines as 'semi-useless technology' and argued that Formula 1 does not need to follow the path of the Formula E electric series. ^[5] Alonso expressed that his main objective remains Formula 1 and he does not intend to wait five years for regulatory changes, hoping for solutions within two or three years. ^[6] Fernando Alonso stated that his decision regarding his contract is driven by dissatisfaction with the current F1 engine regulations rather than the car itself. ^[7] Fernando Alonso said during an interview at the Lenovo Grand Prix Du Canada sprint qualifying session in Montreal that he hopes to contribute to the next set of regulations to help restore the sport. ^[8] Fernando Alonso noted that the team has made significant changes to the car since the Budapest race, resulting in better performance in the corners. ^[9]