Alpine F1 Faces Sixth Boss Shift in Five Seasons, Gasly Denies Team Chaos

Pierre Gasly has dismissed reports of chaos within the Renault-owned Alpine Formula One team following recent leadership and driver changes. After team boss Oliver Oakes resigned for personal reasons post-Miami Grand Prix, former principal Flavio Briatore took over, becoming the sixth team boss in five seasons, with Gasly now working under his fourth boss since joining in 2023. Shortly after, rookie Jack Doohan was replaced by reserve driver Franco Colapinto for at least five races starting with the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. Gasly emphasized that despite these changes, the team's vision and direction remain consistent, and there is no internal disagreement or trouble. He highlighted ongoing positive work within the team and the importance of focusing on preparations behind the scenes, crediting Briatore for bringing clarity and leadership. Alpine currently ranks ninth among ten teams, with Gasly having scored all seven points for the team this season.