Overview
- Alpine confirmed Christian Horner is part of a group of investors interested in acquiring the 24% minority stake held by Otro Capital.
- Sky’s Craig Slater reported Horner’s consortium has lodged a proposal for the stake, with the decision resting with majority owner Renault.
- FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem publicly posted photos of Horner visiting the FIA’s Paris offices, which were described as a friendly meeting.
- Alpine adviser Flavio Briatore said several parties are exploring the stake and emphasized that Otro would sell first and Renault would have to accept the buyer.
- Horner announced a live speaking tour in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth in late February and early March, as reports note he cannot assume a full rival‑team role before at least April 2026.