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Alpine make Horner ‘decision’ and Briatore ‘isn’t happy’
Allegedly, a decision has been reached regarding Christian Horner’s return to F1 with Alpine, with Flavio Briatore not expected to be pleased. Horner is said to be in talks to acquire a 24% stake in Alpine currently held by Otro Capital, which includes investors like Anthony Joshua and Ryan Reynolds. Briatore has confirmed rumors of Horner’s negotiations for a comeback during Alpine’s 2026 car launch. Alpine has faced leadership instability, culminating in a last-place finish in the 2025 constructors’ championship. Horner’s extensive experience at Red Bull could make him a desirable candidate to lead Alpine into a new phase, potentially creating a strong partnership with Briatore. However, Ralf Schumacher suggests that Briatore might resist sharing power with Horner, hinting at tensions in their dynamic. Schumacher also hints at potential conflicts arising from Horner’s desire for a more significant role within Alpine and Briatore’s possible reluctance to cede control.
