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One of the most prominent figures in Formula 1 has made a surprising announcement regarding his retirement just days ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. This revelation adds excitement to what is already a highly anticipated race, the 20th of the 2024 F1 season.
As the championship race heats up, Max Verstappen is determined to widen his lead over Lando Norris, having increased his advantage to 57 points after the recent Texas Grand Prix. Both Verstappen and his Red Bull teammate, Sergio Perez, are eager to narrow the constructors’ championship gap to McLaren, who have recently taken the lead. Meanwhile, Ferrari, fresh off a strong one-two finish in the U.S. Grand Prix, is also in the mix, vying for their first title since 2008.
In contrast, Aston Martin is looking to improve its fortunes after a disappointing season. The team, featuring veteran driver Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, has struggled to match the success of the previous year. However, the announcement that renowned designer Adrian Newey will be joining the team in 2025 has injected a sense of optimism into their future prospects.
Alonso, who is preparing for his 400th race in Formula 1 during the Mexican GP, recently shared his reflections on his extensive career in a candid episode of the Beyond the Grid podcast. At 41, he is the oldest active driver in the sport, yet he has no immediate plans to retire. Interestingly, Alonso revealed that he came close to stepping away from