A former F1 driver suspects that this season could be four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel's last in the sport.
"He's gone from Ferrari, he had the chance at Aston Martin of all things, so it's not working now either," he said.Reports have persisted since last year that Alonso - who is currently driving a potentially fast but often unreliable Alpine - may be tempted to move across to Aston Martin to see out the remainder of his career.
Alonso turns 41 this year, yet it remains clear that he has more to give. Vettel, on the other hand, has battled to recapture his winning form - and the signing of another world champion could satisfy team boss Lawrence Stroll's hunger for another high-profile driver.Oscar Piastri along with Esteban Ocon, Alpine boss Laurent Rossi and Fernando Alonso at the launch of the 2022 car. Frenchman
's place at Alpine is already confirmed having committed to a three-year deal that will see him to the end of 2024, but Alonso is yet to sign an extension.but with Piastri waiting in the wings, a decision is yet to be made. Alpine team principal Szafnauer said the team would be better placed to make a decision surrounding their driver lineup around the time of the British Grand Prix in July.
"We haven't thought that through yet, because it's a little bit early," he said when asked by Motorsport.com about the timing of any decision.
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