Alonso confirms WEC switch with Aston Martin is an option for 2027

Fernando Alonso has confirmed for the first time that a move to Aston Martin's World Endurance Championship program is a genuine option for 2027. Asked directly at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, the two-time F1 champion answered with a simple "yes" - keeping his Formula 1 future wide open.

Alonso's F1 contract with Aston Martin expires at the end of 2026, and he has made no secret of his frustration with the current generation of cars.

Why it matters:

Alonso has described today's F1 machinery as not the best "to drive and enjoy," while hoping the next regulation cycle improves the experience. His openness to the WEC means Aston Martin could retain him beyond F1 - and the 45-year-old's star power would boost its hypercar program.

The details:

• The car is the Aston Martin Valkyrie, powered by a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 - a dramatic contrast to F1's electrified hybrids.
• Aston Martin has raced the Valkyrie in WEC since 2025, with the 007 and 009 entries driven by Harry Tincknell, Tom Gamble, Alex Riberas, and Marco Sørensen.
• Alonso's endurance pedigree is proven: he drove for Toyota, won Le Mans twice, and took the 2018/19 WEC title, plus a Daytona 24 Hours victory.
• He wants to determine where he can help Aston Martin most - "behind the wheel or in another role."
• A decision won't come soon. Alonso said "not so soon" when asked about his timeline, preferring to see how F1 evolves first.

What's next:

No contract with the Valkyrie program has been announced. Alonso intends to wait, assess F1's new direction, and decide together with Aston Martin. A farewell to racing wouldn't necessarily mean a farewell to F1 - but 2027 could see him swap six cylinders for twelve.