The F1 universe is buzzing with anticipation as Alpine, undergoes a significant transformation in its top management. Against the backdrop of the Spa-Francorchamps race weekend in Belgium, which marked the conclusion of the initial phase of the 2023 F1 championship season, Alpine made bold moves by bidding farewell to key figures responsible for on-track operations. Alan Permane, Pat Fry, and Otmar Szafnauer all took their exit cues, setting the stage for an intriguing reshuffle.

Amidst this dynamic change, one name is surfacing like a whispered promise: Mattia Binotto. The former team principal of Scuderia Ferrari, who departed his role ahead of his contract’s expiration in December, is poised to steer Alpine into a new chapter of its journey. But Binotto’s hiatus seems to be shorter than the norm, with talks of agreements taking shape. Speculation points to a September reentry into the F1 arena, potentially marking a swift transition from Ferrari’s scarlet to Alpine‘s blue. This speculation gains credence as Binotto’s presence was noted not just once but twice – first at the F1 British GP and later during Pirelli tire tests in Belgium’s Spa.

When Binotto takes his place at Alpine, he won’t merely be a team principal in the conventional sense. As voices from Binotto’s past echo, recognizing both his acumen and the shadows that have trailed his career, an underlying hope emerges. Quotidiano acknowledges the man beneath the façade stating, “But, for the avoidance of doubt, he’s a great guy. If he finds a mentor in De Meo in Renault and if he learns to listen more, he could do excellent things,” hinting at a potential yet to be fully harnessed. [translated via Google]

”Become the French Ferrari”: Despite Mattia Binotto’s Dismal Track Record, Renault CEO Makes Shocking Demand

In the realm of roaring engines and calculated maneuvers, the advent of Mattia Binotto at Alpine emerges as a tantalizing chapter, a bridge between aspiration and realization, as Renault CEO Luca de Meo envisions a transformation for Alpine that resonates with national pride.

Alpine’s quest for pursuing the French dream

Alpine, now in its third season on the Formula 1 grid, has aspired to intertwine its identity with its French heritage. From its Viry-based engine hub to the all-French driver duo of Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly, the team has striven to embody French flair. De Meo’s aspiration is more than just an accolade – it’s about establishing a powerful connection between the tricolor and the roar of engines on the track.

De Meo’s declaration resounds with intent. “Alpine in F1 must become the French Ferrari,” he proclaims. With Ferrari’s iconic status in Italy as a rallying point for enthusiasts, De Meo aims to kindle a similar fervor within France, a country where motorsport fervor has often been overshadowed. The endeavor seeks to intertwine the French national identity with Alpine’s journey on the F1 stage, merging colors with passion, and turning racetracks into theaters of national unity.

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