Alonso says 2027 decision hinges on rules, not Aston slumpFernando Alonso says Aston Martin's disastrous start to 2026 will not decide whether he remains in Formula 1 next year, insisting the regulations themselves are now the bigger issue. My decision doesn't depend on this year's performance, Alonso said after the Belgian GP. Alonso admitted Aston Martin's new era has so far fallen far short of expectations. The Hungary package will be Aston Martin's first substantial update after 11 races with essentially the same specification. Alonso also used the Belgian weekend to introduce several fresh power unit components before the next phase of Aston Martin's season.