The Spanish driver is still competing in the sport at the age of 43 and is contracted to the British team until the end of the 2026 season but admits that he isn't thinking any further ahead.

Asked what age he might still be racing at, Alonso – a two-time world champion – told F1.com: "Not at 50, but I don't know.

"That's why we kept open the possibility as well. I wanted to race this year for sure and next year because of the change of regulations – and I wanted to experience the 2026 rules and Honda coming to the team (as an engine supplier).

"But after 2026, I don't know. I will go season by season. I will see how I feel, how motivated I am.

"Now I am very motivated, but I cannot guarantee that for three or four years and compromise the team. So we said let's do it until the end of 2026 and then from then on I think I have an incredible relationship with (team owner) Lawrence (Stroll) and with Lance (Stroll, Alonso's team-mate).

"We can sit and talk honestly between all of us and check what is best for the team. I will always be in a position to help the team with whatever they need.

"If it's behind the wheel, I will extend the contract if they think that way and I feel motivated. If it's another position, or I don't feel fast enough, I will be the first one to raise my hand."

Alonso has suggested that he will remain at Aston Martin in another capacity once his racing career ends and is desperate to lead the team to success at some point.

The 32-time Grand Prix winner said: "I will drive for as long as I feel fast and competitive and the team needs me behind the wheel.

"But my contract is much longer than my racing career, so I will stay with this team for many, many years in a different role. If that means we can win a World Championship even when I'm not behind the wheel, I will still feel very proud of the project."