New Renault CEO affirms the future of Alpine in F1.

      "Formula 1 is a crucial component of our core strategy."

      Francois Provost has confirmed that Alpine will continue its participation in Formula 1 beyond 2025, providing clarity after weeks of speculation following the unexpected exit of former Renault CEO Luca de Meo. "Formula 1 is a crucial component of our core strategy for Alpine. I have no plans to alter that," Provost, who succeeded de Meo, stated during his inaugural public appearance as CEO of Renault Group while presenting the company's half-year financial results.

      This announcement comes despite the ongoing lackluster performance of the Enstone-based team, which is currently positioned tenth and at the bottom of the constructors’ standings after 14 races. Although the team will stop supplying customer engines at the season's conclusion, Renault’s factory team will persist under the Alpine brand, which Provost affirmed remains central to the company’s strategy focused on electric premium vehicles.

      This follows speculation in Hungary that Christian Horner and Bernie Ecclestone may collaborate with Flavio Briatore to invest in the team. "The single priority of a Formula 1 team is performance and enhancing it," Provost stated. "We aim to boost performance in 2025, and particularly in 2026, with the introduction of new regulations," he added.

      Provost, a veteran of Renault for over twenty years, is not expected to make immediate changes to the motorsport strategy. However, his stance on Alpine’s continued presence in F1 is now publicly established—a development that has been welcomed within the team following a challenging Hungarian Grand Prix.

      Just days earlier, Pierre Gasly expressed support for the new CEO, stating, "He has been with Renault for a long time. He understands the group’s and team’s DNA. He is fully dedicated to the sport and the Formula 1 team." In contrast, teammate Franco Colapinto admitted that he is still struggling with confidence amid rumors that Briatore might eventually replace him. "When results aren't showing, it’s difficult to keep pushing," said the Argentine newcomer.