Alpine F1 have parted ways with their advisor Alain Prost and have already found a replacement in Flavio Briatore
It was recently revealed that former F1 racer Alain Prost has stepped down from his position as an advisor from Alpine F1. Now, as per the recent reports. Flavio Briatore will be replacing the outgoing Prost. Briatore has had quite a history with the Renault team, which is now Alpine.
Briatore served as the managing director for the team before being banned from the sport. It was believed that he might not return to F1 but the latest reports have suggested the opposite. A statement released by Spanish newspaper Marca talked about the possibility of Briatore’s return to F1.
“Now there is a ‘job’ free as a consultant after Alain’s departure and even if Alpine through the CEO has declared that it does not need consultants, it is a scenario that cannot be excluded.”
How did Alpine F1 do in the 2021 season?
Alpine F1 finished 5th in the 2021 constructors championship with 155 points. It was really a remarkable year for the team as they showed what they are capable of. Moreover, their drivers, Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon were also highly appreciated for their efforts.
Alonso finished the 2021 season with 81 points in 10th position whereas Ocon finished the campaign with 74 points in the 11th position. With the 2022 season just under three months away, it will be interesting to see how Alpine F1 and also both their drivers do in the campaign.
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