Alpine's Strategic Shift: Betting on Future Glory in Formula One

Alpine, struggling in the Formula One standings, is prioritizing next season's development over current results. Driver Pierre Gasly remains committed, despite the team's current position. The team anticipates improved performance with changes, including a shift from Renault to Mercedes engines and a fresh set of regulations.

Alpine, currently lagging behind in the Formula One constructors' standings, is strategically focusing on next season with hopes of reaping substantial rewards. French driver Pierre Gasly, the only point-scorer for the Renault-owned team, has pledged his long-term future to Alpine in anticipation of significant developments.

Gasly, speaking before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, revealed the team's decision to halt the development of the 2025 car early and concentrate on their future vehicle. This approach, coupled with regulatory changes that affected their position, has left them trailing, but they remain optimistic about next year.

Exciting developments await Alpine with a shift from Renault to Mercedes engines and new regulations. Despite yet to finalize their second driver for 2026, team officials are confident that the strategic decisions made now will bear fruit soon, echoing past success seen under the leadership of Flavio Briatore.

(With inputs from agencies.)