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Adrian Newey to Alpine? Flavio Briatore has a typically witty response!
Flavio Briatore made a joke about Adrian Newey being “too cheap” for Alpine amidst ongoing speculation about the renowned designer’s next move. Newey left his position as chief technical officer at Red Bull in May and is open to joining a new team in preparation for the technical regulations reset in 2026. Despite interest from Ferrari and Aston Martin, Newey’s future plans remain uncertain. Briatore, who has returned to Team Enstone as an executive advisor, teased the idea of luring Newey to the team from Milton Keynes with a witty remark to select media outlets, dismissing the notion by saying “Who’s that?” and deeming Newey “too cheap.” Briatore highlighted Alpine’s readiness to consider recruiting key technical personnel from other teams, emphasizing the importance of making strategic decisions that benefit the team as a whole rather than focusing on individual achievements.
