Alpine appoints F1 veteran Steve Nielsen as Managing Director

Alpine has confirmed the appointment of Formula 1 veteran Steve Nielsen as the team’s new Managing Director, as the Enstone squad looks to steady its leadership structure following a turbulent period of internal exits.

The highly respected figure returns to a frontline F1 team role after previously serving as the FIA’s Sporting Director and holding key positions across several teams during a near 40-year career in the sport.

His arrival marks a crucial step in Alpine’s bid to regain stability and clear performance direction after months of managerial reshuffling.

Since the departure of former Team Principal Oliver Oakes, Alpine has been operating without a permanent figurehead, with team advisor Flavio Briatore stepping in to fill the leadership gap.

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Briatore has now brought in a familiar face, reuniting with former Benetton and Renault colleague Nielsen, who will take on a key operational role within the team.

Alpine confirmed that the 61-year-old will begin on 1 September and will oversee the day-to-day running of the French squad, reporting directly to Briatore.

Alongside Nielsen’s appointment, Alpine also confirmed other senior hires.

Kris Midgley will return to Enstone from Ferrari to become Head of Aerodynamic Development, having previously worked at the team between 2007 and 2013 before moving to Maranello, where he served as Principal Aerodynamicist.

Additionally, Guy Martin, former Head of Sponsorships Europe at Visa, has joined Alpine as Global Marketing Director.

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