{
  "id": 6651371,
  "title": "Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/evasive-alonso-teases-reporters-on-his-f1-future-6651371",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-10T21:40:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/09/11/evasive-alonso-teases-reporters-on-his-f1-future"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On the eve of the Spanish Grand Prix, two-time world champion Fernando Alonso gave reporters a mixed message regarding his future in Formula One. After a disappointing season with Aston Martin, it was expected that the driver would announce his plans ahead of the first race at the new Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. However, Alonso simply replied, \"Not soon\" when asked if a decision was imminent.\n\nThe 45-year-old chose to remain evasive and even added, \"Because I think it's nice.\" When questioned about Aston Martin's pressure to make a decision, Alonso clarified that he was aware of other drivers discussing possible moves with team owner Lawrence Stroll. Despite this, Alonso maintained his evasiveness, stating he hoped the upcoming rule changes would make racing more enjoyable next year. \"Next year, there is a step, in the right direction, hopefully,\" he added. Alonso also revealed that he was considering various options, including a potential shift to a different role within the team.",
  "summary": "After a disappointing season to date with Aston Martin, an announcement from the two-time world champion was widely expected.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/evasive-alonso-teases-reporters-on-his-f1-future",
        "published": "2026-09-10T21:40:21.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/evasive-alonso-teases-reporters-on-his-f1-future",
        "published": "2026-09-11T05:16:36.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}