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Alpine Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore has revealed that the door will remain open to Carlos Sainz despite him turning down a move to the F1 team for 2025.
Flavio Briatore’s return to F1 with the Renault-owned squad in June led Alpine to pursue Carlos Sainz as he departs Ferrari to join Lewis Hamilton at Williams. Sainz, however, opted for a multi-term deal with Williams over Alpine or the Sauber/Audi project, prompting Alpine to promote reserve driver Jack Doohan to partner Pierre Gasly. Briatore emphasized the importance of a competitive car over a driver, as Alpine currently struggles in the Constructors’ Championship. Despite trying to lure Sainz with the promise of Mercedes engines in 2026, Alpine couldn’t secure his services, as he chose Williams over them. Briatore hinted at a possible future collaboration with Sainz if he reconsiders in the coming years.
