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Flavio Briatore steals the show in explosive FIA press conference comeback

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
May 30, 2025
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Flavio Briatore steals the show in explosive FIA press conference comeback

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 24, 2025 Alpine executive director and de facto team principal Flavio Briatore ahead of practice REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw

Flavio Briatore Steals the Show at FIA Press Conference Comeback

In a long-awaited return to the FIA team principals’ press conference, Flavio Briatore made a dazzling comeback, leaving everyone in awe. The 74-year-old, now serving as the executive advisor with Alpine, graced the stage after a 16-year hiatus, and his presence was nothing short of sensational.

From the moment Briatore took his seat alongside Christian Horner and Mario Isola, his charismatic and cantankerous demeanor took over the room. With his signature Italian flair, Briatore managed to keep everyone on their toes with his enigmatic responses and uncanny ability to steer the conversation away from the expected topics.

While discussing his tenure as the executive advisor at Alpine, Briatore humorously corrected the timeline, stating, “It’s 10 months – I see my pay cheque. It’s 10 months.” This witty remark set the tone for the rest of the conference, with Briatore’s elusive answers and occasional language barriers adding to the intrigue of the event.

His enigmatic nature was further highlighted when he was asked about potentially signing Mick Schumacher for the next season, to which he cryptically replied, “next question,” leaving many puzzled. Even when questioned about Pierre Gasly’s chances of becoming an F1 champion, Briatore managed to keep the audience guessing with his ambiguous response.

One of the standout moments came when Briatore suggested including driver salaries in the F1 teams’ budget caps, a proposal that raised eyebrows given the current exclusions. This bold statement not only sparked a debate but also showcased Briatore’s willingness to challenge the status quo in the sport.

Christian Horner, unable to keep up with Briatore’s antics, jokingly admitted, “My Italian is worse than Flavio’s English!” Despite the language barriers and cryptic responses, Briatore’s presence undoubtedly injected a much-needed dose of excitement and unpredictability into the press conference.

In a sport often dominated by technical discussions and strategic analyses, Briatore’s theatrical return served as a refreshing change of pace, reminding everyone of the entertainment value he brings to Formula 1. Whether you love him or find him perplexing, one thing is for sure – Flavio Briatore knows how to steal the show and keep the audience captivated.

Welcome back, Flavio – your comeback was nothing short of legendary.

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