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Max Verstappen’s Future in Jeopardy as Alpine’s Briatore Makes Audacious Move

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
June 1, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Future in Jeopardy as Alpine’s Briatore Makes Audacious Move

BARCELONA, SPAIN - JUNE 01: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing is interviewed on the grid prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 01, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Sam Bagnall/Sutton Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202506010343 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen’s Future in F1: A Game-Changer or Mere Speculation?

In a shocking turn of events, Alpine executive advisor Flavio Briatore has set his sights on none other than Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. Following the sudden departure of Oliver Oakes as team principal, Briatore has not held back in expressing his admiration for the Dutch driver.

During the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Briatore hinted at the possibility of Verstappen leading Alpine to Formula 1 championships. This revelation comes as part of Alpine’s aggressive push to solidify its position in the F1 landscape, especially with the upcoming regulatory changes in chassis, aerodynamics, and power units.

Alpine’s strategic shift from a works team to a Mercedes engine customer has raised eyebrows in the paddock, but Briatore remains confident in the team’s ability to compete at the highest level. Despite Jack Doohan’s early exit from the team and Franco Colapinto’s underwhelming performance as a stand-in, Briatore is actively exploring new options to strengthen Alpine’s lineup.

Verstappen, a coveted name on every F1 team’s driver wishlist, responded to Briatore’s comments with a hint of intrigue. When asked about Briatore’s praise, Verstappen jokingly remarked, “That will cost Alpine,” indicating the high stakes involved in any potential move.

The 74-year-old Briatore, known for his bold statements, emphasized the positive changes happening at Alpine, including attracting new sponsors and enhancing the team’s competitiveness. Verstappen acknowledged the shift at Alpine and acknowledged his good relationship with Briatore, citing his father’s previous connection with the seasoned advisor during his Benetton days.

As the F1 rumor mill churns with speculations about Verstappen’s future, the prospect of a potential move to Alpine adds an exciting twist to the ongoing driver market discussions. With the 2022 season shaping up to be a pivotal one for many teams, Verstappen’s next career move could redefine the F1 landscape.

Stay tuned as the drama unfolds in the world of Formula 1, where alliances shift, ambitions soar, and drivers jockey for position in the quest for racing glory.

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