As widely speculated, Alpine has confirmed Hitech Grand Prix founder Oliver Oakes as its new team principal.

Oakes will start after the summer break and will report to Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo.

The 36-year-old Briton will become the second youngest team principal in Formula 1 history when he begins his role at Alpine as the team looks to the future with its new, dynamic appointment.

Oakes founded Hitech Grand Prix in 2015, which for almost a decade, has been at the forefront of single-seater competition on the world and national stage. A former racing driver, and world karting champion in 2005, he has created a winning culture at Hitech, achieving race victories in every championship it competes in, as well as helping to progress the careers of some of today's most prominent drivers.

"It is a pleasure to welcome Oli to the team and for him to become one of the youngest team principals that this sport has ever seen," said Luca de Meo. "This team is being built for future success and this is highlighted by Oli's appointment in a senior role. We look forward to harnessing his enthusiasm, energy and passion for racing and realising that mind-set across the entire team."

"I am delighted that we have been able to recruit Oli Oakes for our Formula 1 project," added Flavio Briatore. "Oli is highly talented with a great record of leadership and success in racing. His move into this role is a great example of the strength and belief we have in our team and by young, upcoming people, and I'm excited to work closely with him with a joint focus on moving up the grid and winning races."

"I am extremely grateful to Luca de Meo and Flavio Briatore for this opportunity to lead BWT Alpine F1 Team back to competitiveness," said Oakes. "The team has talented people and excellent resources at its core, and I am confident that we can accomplish a great deal together during the remainder of this season and the longer term. I look forward to getting started after the summer break."

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1. Posted by ffracer, 31/07/2024 18:14

"Just to clarify, the Hitech GP F1 application bid had been submitted and, unlike Andretti Global, was rejected. So Hitech just bought/merged with Alpine for the F1 team entry?"

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2. Posted by ffracer, 31/07/2024 13:55

"Renault (and Alpine) have been in F1 for the best part of 50 years... Dijon '79 was their first win and the Villeneuve Arnoux battle created bedlam and infamy amongst the already rabid fans, etched into many forever. Championship motors (oddly, never a turbo 'French whistling teapot') further cemented their relentless spirit to win. Just gutted that we will no longer hear the battle cry of the French motor.

Ironically, in the late 90's, after Renault bowed out of the engine business of F1, it was none other than Flavio Briatore himself that created Supertec and kept the French engine front going until Renault stepped back in. Wonder if Supertec is planning a comeback?"

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3. Posted by Wokingchap, 31/07/2024 11:17

"I hope briatore doesn't ruin Mr.Oakes future too."

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