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Alpine F1 Overhauls Leadership and Driver Lineup in Major Reshuffle

Flavio Briatore replaces Oliver Oakes as interim team principal, while Franco Colapinto steps in for Jack Doohan for five races.

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Overview

  • Oliver Oakes has resigned as Alpine F1 team principal, with Flavio Briatore taking over as interim leader while retaining his advisory role.
  • Alpine has demoted Jack Doohan to reserve driver after six races without points and promoted Franco Colapinto to the main lineup for the next five Grands Prix.
  • The team has stated that the driver rotation will be reassessed before the British Grand Prix, leaving Colapinto's position beyond the five races uncertain.
  • Briatore has denied speculation that Oakes's resignation was tied to disagreements over driver decisions, citing personal reasons for Oakes's departure.
  • Alpine's recent moves reflect a strategic effort to address performance issues and prepare for the 2026 season, with Briatore emphasizing a focus on long-term goals.