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Oliver Oakes is well known in motor-racing circles but just what is his background?
Oliver Oakes is the new team principal for Alpine, making him the youngest team boss on the current Formula 1 grid. He has a strong background in motorsport, having founded Hitech GP in 2015 after an impressive karting career. Despite his early success, his on-track racing career did not take off as hoped, leading him to transition into team management. His Hitech GP team has since found success in Formula 3 and Formula 2, with strong ties to Red Bull and notable drivers passing through their doors. Though he missed out on a move into F1 with Hitech, Oakes remains a prominent figure in the motorsport world.
