The Alpine Formula 1 team has finalized the signing of Steve Nielsen as the new managing director at the Enstone squad. Nielsen, a respected paddock veteran, was identified by Alpine advisor Flavio Briatore as the ideal replacement for Oliver Oakes. The 61-year-old Nielsen will officially start on September 1 and will be responsible for the day-to-day operations, reporting to Briatore. Nielsen previously worked as Renault’s sporting director during their F1 championship victories in 2005 and 2006 with Fernando Alonso. Additionally, Alpine has appointed Kris Midgley as Head of Aerodynamic Development and Guy Martin as the new Global Marketing Director. Kris Midgley returns to Alpine from Ferrari, while Guy Martin previously held the position of Head of Sponsorships Europe at Visa.
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