Alpine announces Oakes as new F1 team principal

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Oliver Oakes will be Alpine's new F1 team principal, to become the second youngest of the modern era

Alpine's new team principal after the Formula 1 summer break will be Oliver Oakes, who is currently the boss of Hitech F2 and F3.

According to Motorsport.com, Oakes had emerged as the top choice to replace Bruno Famin, who will be going back to work at Renault's Viry-Chatillon base.

Oakes, who was a former world karting champion, brings a wealth of experience to Alpine and has led Hitech to victories at all levels.

 

At 36 years old, Oakes will become F1's second youngest team boss in the modern era, following in the footsteps of Christian Horner, who took over at Red Bull at the age of 31 in 2005.

Speaking about his appointment, which was endorsed by Renault CEO Luca de Meo and F1 advisor Flavio Briatore, Oakes said: “I am extremely grateful to Luca de Meo and Flavio Briatore for this opportunity to lead BWT Alpine F1 Team back to competitiveness.

“The team has talented people and excellent resources at its core, and I am confident that we can accomplish a great deal together during the remainder of this season and the longer term. I look forward to getting started after the summer break.”

Oliver Oakes, Team Principal Alpine F1 Team, Flavio Briatore, Executive Advisor, Alpine F1



Briatore said that the decision to appoint Oakes was a deliberate move to put faith in new talent.

“I am delighted that we have been able to recruit Oli Oakes for our Formula 1 project,” said the Italian.

“Oli is highly talented with a great record of leadership and success in racing. His move into this role is a great example of the strength and belief we have in our team and by young, upcoming people, and I’m excited to work closely with him with a joint focus on moving up the grid and winning races.”

Renault CEO de Meo added: “It is a pleasure to welcome Oli to the team and for him to become one of the youngest team principals that this sport has ever seen.

“This team is being built for future success and this is highlighted by Oli’s appointment in a senior role. We look forward to harnessing his enthusiasm, energy, and passion for racing and realizing that mindset across the entire team.”


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