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Enstone veteran Bell leaves advisory role with Alpine F1 team
Bob Bell, a well-respected figure in Formula 1, had three separate stints with the team starting in 1997, working through the Benetton and Renault eras. In 2018, he transitioned to an advisory role and later moved to work part-time for Alpine Labs, focusing on racing technology applications. Despite no longer being directly involved in F1 activities, he remained a symbolic presence in the team and a connection to past achievements. Bell’s daughter, Katy, is an electronics systems engineer for the team, occasionally attending races. His notable career includes contributions to McLaren, Benetton, and Renault, playing key roles in successful seasons with drivers such as Fernando Alonso and teams like Mercedes. The recent restructuring at Alpine, including key personnel departures and new technical director appointments, signifies a period of change for the team under the leadership of Joe Burnell, David Wheater, and Ciaron Pilbeam.
