In a shocking turning point in events, Oliver Oakes has abruptly resigned from his post as team director of Alpine, with immediate effect. The unexpected announcement fell late in the evening, sending shock waves through the paddock and leaving everyone amazed. OAKES, the youngest team director of Formula 1, had taken office last summer, but now passed the reins to none other than Flavio Briatore.
The announcement of the resignation of Oakes was made through a brief declaration published on social networks by the Enstone team. In a few lines, the departure of the promising young leader was confirmed, paving the way for Italian manager Flavio Briatore to intervene. Briatore, who already held the position of executive advisor for the team, will now assume total control of the team, both formally and operational.
The official declaration of the BWT Alpine Formula One team said: “The team accepted its resignation with immediate effect. From today, Flavio Briatore will continue to serve as an executive consultant, taking charge of the responsibilities previously exercised by Oliver Oakes. Although they expressed their gratitude for Oakes ‘efforts and its role in the team help to obtain a sixth place in the 2024 manufacturers’ championship, no other statement was provided by the team.
Speculations are going well regarding the possible reasons for the sudden departure of Oakes, especially since there were no apparent signs of internal discord within the team leading to such a drastic decision. However, the situation took a different turning point following the absence of oakes at a press conference scheduled for Miami last weekend. Many expectations within Alpine aimed to promote Franco Colapinto as a full -time pilot, ahead of Jack Doohan, whose performance at the start of the season was deemed unsatisfactory.
The Community of Formula 1 now wonders what are the real motivations behind this dramatic upheaval at Alpine, while Flavio Briatore takes on a more prominent role within the team. Stay listening for other developments while this story continues to take place in the world with high challenges in motorsport.
