Alonso defiant despite nightmare F1 season: ‘I’m the best’

Fernando Alonso is trapped in another frustrating season with a midfield Aston Martin, but the two-time world champion's self-belief remains untouched. While rivals chase victories, Alonso insists he sees no link between machinery and his own abilities.

Why it matters:

Alonso's unwavering confidence keeps him relevant even as his car lags behind. His willingness to wait for a competitive package — while proving his speed in other categories — underscores why the 44-year-old remains one of F1's most formidable talents.

The details:

• Alonso, quoted by Crash.net, said: "I don't measure anything, I'm the best. I don't need to prove anything."
• He last won a Grand Prix in 2013 with Ferrari, but believes his raw speed hasn't faded.
• Motivation: "Waiting for the opportunity, and meanwhile trying to help the team," he explained, adding that he tests himself in other series.
• If he's not fastest in a go-kart or GT car, he'd worry — but he still is fastest, so "it's just a matter of time that I have a better car."
• Alonso holds a record 430 Grand Prix starts and won Le Mans twice, plus the WEC title, proving his adaptability.

What's next:

Aston Martin's project with Adrian Newey and the 2026 regulation overhaul is supposed to give Alonso one final shot at the front. Until then, he waits — confident, defiant, and convinced he remains the grid's best driver.