In a shocking turn of events, Oliver Oakes has stepped down from his role as team principal of Alpine just days after his brother, William Oakes, was arrested in England. William, who is a director at Hitech Grand Prix, was charged with transferring criminal property in the Silverstone Park area.
The sudden resignation of Oliver, at 36 years old, has sent shockwaves through the racing world. Speculations arose linking his departure to disagreements over the team’s driver lineup changes, but a joint statement with Flavio Briatore dismissed these claims, citing personal reasons for the decision.
The Oakes brothers have been prominent figures in the racing scene, with Oliver’s involvement in Alpine and William’s role at Hitech Grand Prix. The transfer of majority shares of Hitech Grand Prix from Dmitry Mazepin to Oliver Oakes in recent years added a layer of complexity to the situation.
Despite the turmoil surrounding the Oakes family, the racing community remains eager to see how these developments will impact the future of Alpine and Hitech Grand Prix. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding saga.
