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Fernando Alonso to join F1 team Aston Martin next season

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Alpine driver Fernando Alonso of Spain walks through paddock prior the Hungarian Formula One Grand Prix at the Hungaroring racetrack in Mogyorod, near Budapest, Hungary, Sunday, July 31, 2022. AP Photo

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso will extend his Formula One career by joining Aston Martin next season.

The 41-year-old Spaniard will replace Sebastian Vettel, who announced his retirement last week. Alonso's contract with Alpine was ending this season. Aston Martin said Monday that it signed Alonso to a multi-year deal.

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