Fernando Alonso has committed his Formula 1 future to Aston Martin and put an end to speculation that the Spaniard could join Mercedes or Red Bull for the 2025 season

Fernando Alonso ended speculation over a Mercedes or Red Bull switch by signing a new Aston Martin contract this week which could keep him at Silverstone until the end of his F1 driving career

With the news that Nico Hulkenberg will move to Audi for 2026 and drive for Sauber (Stake F1) in 2025, another piece of the puzzle in the Silly Season for 2025 has been put in place. However, there are still some important questions to be answered in the coming weeks. GPblog lists them for you.

Carlos Sainz has been linked with Mercedes, Red Bull and Aston Martin since his impending Ferrari exit was made official, but it is likely that only far less competitive cars will be available to him

It is barely April, but silly season in Formula 1 already seems to be drawing to a close. With Fernando Alonso committing his future to Aston Martin, there are few good seats open for the 2025 season. Carlos Sainz is the best free agent still looking for a new contract. Damon Hill and Pedro de la Rosa think Audi is a great option for him.

Fernando Alonso has committed his Formula 1 future to Aston Martin and put an end to speculation that the Spaniard could join Mercedes or Red Bull for the 2025 season