Stefano Domenicali Wants to See Fernando Alonso in F1 for a Long Time

As Fernando Alonso approaches his 45th birthday, he continues to defy time and impress in the world of Formula 1. The double world champion is naturally closer to the end of his career than the beginning, but neither he nor the sport's fans seem ready to consider his departure.

Stefano Domenicali, the president of Formula 1, is among Alonso's biggest admirers. He has immense respect for the Aston Martin driver and hopes to see him stay in the paddock for many years to come. 'We need heroes, which is why I hope Fernando stays for a long time, because with the right car, he is still very strong,' Domenicali said.

Domenicali acknowledges that Alonso's current situation is frustrating, as the Spanish driver often doesn't have a car capable of allowing him to regularly fight at the front. 'I suffer a lot for him, because I respect him enormously and I know he is fantastic. But I know he is a resilient person,' he added.

Domenicali remains convinced that with the right project, Alonso could still demonstrate his genius behind the wheel. 'He will have the opportunity, I hope, if they give him a good car, to show the talent he possesses. His mentality is one of fearless commitment, at all levels. He needs the right project. I hope it will be here and not just for a year, but for a long time,' he continued.

While speculation about Alonso's future regularly resurfaces, Domenicali refuses to even imagine what Formula 1 will lose when the time of his retirement arrives. 'What will F1 lose when Fernando leaves? It's not time to talk about it because I want to see him here for a long time,' the Formula 1 president concluded.

This statement perfectly sums up the aura that Fernando Alonso still enjoys in the paddock. As he approaches his 45th birthday, the Spanish driver continues to inspire respect from his peers and the sport's leaders. As long as the passion is there, along with a car capable of exploiting his immense talent, the idea of him hanging up his helmet seems distant.

Approaching his 45th birthday, Fernando Alonso is closer to retirement than the start of his career. Even if the Spanish driver himself is not considering this possibility yet, it will inevitably arise. He is not the only one who wants to push the limits. Stefano Domenicali also wants to see him stay for a long time, and he is not hiding it.

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