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Francois Provost, the new Renault group CEO, has spoken publicly for the first time since taking the position – and the Alpine F1 team has learned its future.
The new Renault group CEO, Francois Provost, confirmed Alpine’s continued presence in F1, dispelling concerns about the French team’s future.
Speculation arose after former CEO Luca de Meo’s departure in June, raising questions about Renault’s commitment to their F1 project and Team Enstone.
Renault’s decision to stay in F1 was solidified last year when they became a power unit customer for the 2026 regulations, forming a partnership with Mercedes.
Despite recent struggles in the midfield, Renault believes the new rules era will provide a competitive advantage, following Alonso’s championship-winning era.
Provost’s reaffirmation of Alpine’s F1 involvement, amidst organizational changes, underscores Renault’s dedication to the sport’s stability and success.
Recent shifts in leadership, notably with Flavio Briatore returning as de facto team principal, show Renault’s ongoing commitment to restructuring for future competitiveness in F1.
