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Briatore Says Horner in Talks to Buy Alpine Stake as F1 Return Path

Alpine’s advisor says discussions are with Otro Capital over its 24% share and any buyer must be cleared by Renault.

Formula One F1 - Alpine F1 Car Presentation - Barcelona, Spain - January 23, 2026 Alpine team principal Flavio Briatore and drivers Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto pose during the new Alpine F1 car presentation REUTERS/Albert Gea
Christian Horner will tour Australia next month in a world-exclusive speaking tour. Image: XPB Images
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Overview

  • Flavio Briatore confirmed Christian Horner is negotiating with Otro Capital about acquiring its 24% minority holding in Alpine, not dealing directly with the team.
  • Briatore said several groups are exploring a purchase and stressed that Renault, Alpine’s majority owner, would need to approve any new shareholder.
  • Reports reiterate Horner’s preference for an equity position as the basis of any comeback rather than a conventional team principal role.
  • Separately, Horner announced a three-date Australian speaking tour set for Melbourne on February 24, Sydney on February 26 and Perth on March 2 ahead of the season opener.
  • No agreement has been finalised, and Reuters reports Horner is believed to be on gardening leave that could delay any operational involvement well into the season.