More Alpine News
After Laurent Rossi’s Brutal Sacking, Alpine Boss Otmar Szafnauer Abandons Ambitious Goals to Set a Realistic Target
Former CEO Laurent Rossi wasn't the only thing Alpine F1 let go in the past week. Otmar Szafnauer revealed another thing it had to let go of.
Lewis Hamilton & Max Verstappen Join Forces to Wage War Against the FIA for Wasting Fans’ Hard Earned Money
Lewis Hamilton & Max Verstappen unite against FIA's new F1 qualifying format. Fans are dismayed by lack of action & sustainability concerns.
Fernando Alonso Rains on Alpine’s Parade by Lauding Kingpin Lawrence Stroll’s Decisive Approach to Sign Him
Fernando Alonso slaps credit on Lawrence Stroll's back for signing him whilst taking a sly dig at Alpine's inherent indecisiveness.
FIA’s $135,000,000 Obstacle Stands in the Way of Alpine as Sacking of CEO Laurent Rossi Gets Followed Up With Another Revolutionary Decision
Despite Alpine firing Laurent Rossi last night, the team is continuing his vision for Alpine glory, and Otmar Szafnauer revealed its plans.
Ryan Reynolds’ $218,000,000 Investment Sparks Explosive Transformation as Alpine F1 Sacks CEO Laurent Rossi to Replace With Ferrari Boss
After the news of Ryan Reynolds' takeover, confirmed reports about Laurent Rossi being sacked as CEO as changes are afoot at Alpine.
“Was Willing to Go to Court For”: Zak Brown’s Debt Considered Settled as Oscar Piastri Proves Worth the Fight Against F1 Rivals
Debt repaid in talent as Oscar Piastri's stellar Silverstone performance validates McLaren's fight for his services.
Days After Ryan Reynolds’ $0 Investment, Alpine Pays off Massive $27,000,000 Debt to Show Signs of Huge Progress
Days after Ryan Reynolds used his sheer presence to fuel an acquisition of the Alpine F1 team, the dividends started paying in millions.
“Will Make a Difference”: Frustrated by Lance Stroll’s Madness, Pierre Gasly Issues Stern Warning to Reinvigorated F1 Giants
Pierre Gasly's unwavering resolve, frustrated by Lance Stroll's antics, he issues a stern warning to McLaren, vowing to make a difference.
“Don’t Get Any Reward for Our Work”: Pierre Gasly Rants Out His Frustration After Alpine Gets Served Triggering Headache
As Alpine Gets Served Triggering Headache Pierre Gasly Rants Out His Frustration. What is the triggering headache? What did Pierre Gasly say?
$0 Invested by Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney to Acquire 24% Stake in Alpine F1 as Wrexham Masterplan Continues to Pay Dividends
Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney rewrite the rules of investment with $0 personal funds, 24% stake in Alpine F1 due to Wrexham's success.
Failing to Move On From Tragic Loss, Pierre Gasly Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Childhood Friend Jules Bianchi on His 8 Year Death Anniversary
On the 8th anniversary of Jules Bianchi tragically losing his life, Pierre Gasly took to his social media to share a heartfelt tribute.
After Being Ruthlessly Disowned by Esteban Ocon and Co, Lucky Mascot Sides With Old Rival Max Verstappen
In the wake of the double blasts for Esteban Ocon & Co. at the British GP, Alpine faces losing their "lucky charm" to dominant Red Bull.
About Alpine
via Reuters
Formula One F1 - Pre-Season Testing - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - March 14, 2021 Alpine's Fernando Alonso in action during testing REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed
Alpine: 2021 Latest News, Results, Drivers, and Car Updates
Alpine F1 Team is a Formula One constructor which made its introduction toward the beginning of the 2021 Formula One World Championship. Once, the group was named as Renault F1 Team. It was owned by the French car organization Groupe Renault. The group was rebranded for 2021 to advance Renault's car brand, Alpine, and keeps on filling in as Renault's works group.
The body and administrative side of the group is situated in Enstone, Oxfordshire, England. While, the engine side of the group is situated in Paris, France.
In September 2020, Groupe Renault declared their aim to use "Alpine" as their works group's new name. The team subsequently named it "Alpine F1 Team". The team used the "Renault F1 Team" for five years.
via Reuters
Formula One F1 - Formula One - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - June 3, 2021 Alpine's Fernando Alonso walks the circuit with his team ahead of the Grand Prix REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov
Renault Formula One World Champion Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon are the drivers of the Alpine F1 team for the debut season.
History
The group has been related to F1 for quite a while. It has a rich history. The group initially contending in Formula One in 1981 as Toleman.
In 1986, the Benetton Group bought the team. It was renamed and contended as Benetton. As Benetton, it won the 1995 Constructors' Championship. The group's driver, Michael Schumacher, won two Drivers' Championships - 1994 and 1995.
By the 2000 season, Renault had bought the group, and the name changed to Renault F1 Team for the 2002 season. Renault won the Constructors' Championship in 2005 and 2006. Fernando Alonso, the driver of the Renault F1 group won the Drivers' Championships in those two years.
In 2011, Lotus Cars became the title sponsor of the team, and the group's name changed to Lotus Renault GP.
In 2012, Genii Capital became the majority stakeholder in the group. From 2012 until 2015 the group's name was Lotus F1 Team. The name was after the team's sponsor, and it raced as "Lotus".
Toward the finish of 2015, Renault had assumed control over the group again. They renamed it to Renault Sport Formula One Team. The group raced as "Renault" once again, from 2016, until the finish of the 2020 season.
Sponsors
via Reuters
Formula One F1 - Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan - June 4, 2021 Alpine's Fernando Alonso in action during practice REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov
Alpine F1 team has a long list of sponsors. The sponsors of the new F1 team are Castrol, MAPFRE, Microsoft, Bell & Ross, DuPont among others.
