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Horner Pursues Alpine Stake as FIA Visit and Australia Tour Signal Return

Renault must approve any sale of Otro Capital’s 24% shareholding, with gardening‑leave rules limiting any hands‑on role until spring 2026.

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.