Honda has “no objections” over Alonso despite chequered F1 past

The Japanese manufacturer announced that it will become Aston Martin’s works partner from 2026, after committing to a formal return to F1 just three years after it revealed plans to leave.

The Aston Martin deal means there is the possibility of a renewed association with Alonso, who has had a chequered past with Honda.

The Spaniard endured the brunt of Honda’s initial struggles when it made a comeback to F1 with McLaren in 2015.

At the Japanese Grand Prix that year,…