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The Alpine Formula 1 squad has introduced a new three-pronged technical structure, with key figures Matt Harman and Dirk de
After a challenging start to the 2024 season, the Enstone/Viry team has decided to make significant changes in their technical leadership structure. Alpine’s A524 charger did not perform as expected in the opening races, with Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly qualifying at the back of the grid in the Bahrain Grand Prix. In response, Alpine has introduced a three-pronged technical director setup similar to McLaren’s from last year, appointing Joe Burnell, David Wheater, and Ciaron Pilbeam to oversee different areas of expertise. These changes coincide with the departure of former Technical Director Matt Harman and Head of Aerodynamics Dirk de Beer, signaling a new direction for the team under the leadership of Alpine Team Principal Bruno Famin. The new technical team will collaborate closely with Eric Meignan, who leads the Viry-based portion of the Alpine project, to improve performance both on and off the track. Furthermore, the appointments of Enstone CEO John Woods and Viry counterpart Audrey Vastroux demonstrate a holistic approach to restructuring and revitalizing the team for the remainder of the season.
