It's nothing to do with perofrmance worries, since Alonso driving the AMR25 and despite the reliability issues and poor luck was able to finish P10 in the Drivers' standings.

When asked if Alonso's ability to perform makes him wonder about what would be possible if he'd stuck it out in the sport a while longer, Button admitted to Sky Sports F1. “It does," he said. “But I also think: ‘Fernando! Come on, mate.’

Button, himself a father of two then revealed an aspect which could beat a title on an emotional and more intimate level. “But for me, if my son or daughter jumped into a go-kart, that emotion would be probably more than winning a world championship, seeing them want to drive a car.

Alonso will turn 45 come 29 July 2026, exceeding by far the longevity expectations for a driver's ability to perform at the highest level of motor racing.

Alonso claims Aston Martin will inevitably break through and win championships, stressing the question is when, not if. Read his full statements here.

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