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Alfa Romeo focused on WEC switch after ruling out staying in F1
Alfa Romeo’s title sponsorship deal with the Sauber team ended at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, after six successful years together. Discussions with Haas did not progress, as Alfa Romeo did not want a copy/paste operation like their previous partnership. Instead, Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato revealed that the company is now looking at a move to the World Endurance Championship (WEC). The focus has shifted to WEC because Alfa Romeo has had great experiences in that world in the past. No final decision has been made, as they are evaluating the most cost-efficient way to enter WEC and may consider a tie-up with Peugeot, which is part of the same Stellantis group. Despite ending their F1 sponsorship with Sauber early, Alfa Romeo has no regrets and considers it the best investment in their history.
