Mohammed Ben Sulayem Says Alonso Should Not Leave F1 Uncompetitive

What changed

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said it would be “not acceptable” for Fernando Alonso to leave Formula 1 while he remains uncompetitive, BBC Sport reports.

Why it matters

The comment frames Alonso’s future around whether he has a realistic chance to compete at the front, rather than simply whether he chooses to retire. It also suggests that leaving during a prolonged period without a competitive car would be an unsatisfactory end to his F1 career.

What to watch next

The key issue is whether Alonso’s team can provide a more competitive car. If performance improves, staying could give him a stronger final chapter; if it does not, the debate over whether he should continue, or leave despite Ben Sulayem’s view, will intensify.