P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“My visit aims mainly to reaffirm we’re staying in Formula 1. We’re staying in Formula 1 for a long time.”
Renault CEO Francois Provost confirmed Alpine’s commitment to F1 for the long term, amidst spotlight on their future.
With Provost taking over as CEO in July, Alpine’s F1 future has been under scrutiny following Luca de Meo’s departure.
Despite struggling in the constructors’ championship this season, Alpine decided to switch to Mercedes engines for short term benefits.
There were rumors of a potential sale, fueled by the team’s lack of success since Renault’s return in 2016.
Christian Horner’s future remains uncertain after leaving Red Bull, with speculation linking him to Ferrari or even a role at Alpine.
However, with Provost emphasizing Alpine’s commitment to F1, Horner’s potential move to the team seems less likely now.
