The Alpine Formula 1 team, currently at the bottom of the constructors’ championship after the first four races of the 2024 season, has been facing speculation about its future. Recent changes in leadership and strategic direction have led to rumors of a possible sale. However, team principal Bruno Famin has stated definitively that the team is not for sale and is focused on revitalizing the Alpine brand through Formula 1, with full support from top management.
Under Famin’s guidance, Alpine is aiming to improve its performance and brand presence on a global scale. Despite the disappointing start to the season with the A524 car, Famin and his team have ambitious goals of not just climbing the ranks, but also striving for race wins. The team wants to be competitive and fight for podiums as soon as possible, acknowledging the difficult challenge ahead while looking to draw strength from past successes in the team’s history.
Alpine entered this era of regulations with momentum, finishing fourth in the constructors’ standings in 2022. However, the team saw a drop in performance in 2023, leading to changes in key personnel and disappointing results. Famin recognizes the challenging situation and the need to raise the team’s level to compete with its rivals. He emphasizes the importance of making necessary changes within the team to achieve their goals and is confident in the ongoing negotiations with drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly, whose contracts are set to expire at the end of 2024.
Famin expresses gratitude towards the drivers for their constructive involvement with the team during a difficult period, highlighting their cooperation and the team’s long-term vision. Despite the setbacks faced by Alpine, Famin is optimistic about the future and the team’s ability to optimize the development of the power unit for the 2026 season. He acknowledges the challenges ahead but is focused on utilizing the current situation to strengthen the team and make the improvements needed to compete at a higher level in Formula 1.
Alpine’s recent struggles in the 2024 season have prompted a call for change within the team, with a focus on improving performance and achieving better results. Famin’s commitment to keeping the team within the Renault Group and using Formula 1 as a platform to enhance the Alpine brand’s visibility demonstrates a clear strategic direction for the future. With a strong project in place and ongoing discussions with drivers and stakeholders, Alpine is determined to overcome its current challenges and return to a competitive position in the sport.
