believes can win the world championship in 2026 because the Spaniard “desires” of a 3rd world title.
The 43-year-old gained two world titles with in 2005 and 2006 however has endured seasons of frustration since, together with a number of near-misses with Ferrari.
Alonso completed ninth on this 12 months’s driver standings however with Crimson Bull design guru becoming a member of , the veteran insists the regulation change in 2026 represents an opportunity for the group to win the title.
He additionally conceded that 2026 will “in all probability” be his final season within the sport.
“I nonetheless dream,” Alonso informed the . “Why not? I do know 2026 might be my solely likelihood as a result of 2025 is extraordinarily tough, however I’m nonetheless dreaming.
“F1 is for dreamers, in all probability, as a result of something can occur. Let’s see.
“Expectations will probably be excessive as a result of it’s a new automobile, change of laws, automobile made by Adrian [Newey].
“In all probability – or not less than to begin – it is going to be my final season in F1 as a result of my contract finishes on the finish of 2026. It’s the time of delivering and the time of fact. Excessive expectations.”
Nevertheless, Alonso didn’t utterly shut the door on extending his profession past 2026.
“If 2026 is operating easily and we’re having time and there’s a chance to race another 12 months, I will probably be open [to it] for positive,” he added.
“I cannot shut the door beforehand. However I cannot begin pondering that and I’ll take each race as whether it is my final race and I’ll take pleasure in each second.”
Alonso completed 46 factors forward of teammate Lance Stroll in 2024, however didn’t register a podium end.
