Gasly extends Alpine stay to 2028, vows to chase 'wins and titles'

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Alpine have locked down Pierre Gasly for the long haul, announcing at Monza on Saturday that the Frenchman will remain with the team until the end of the 2028 Formula 1 season.

The deal secures Alpine’s future around a proven race-winner and podium finisher, as the squad continues its rebuilding phase under the guidance of returning advisor Flavio Briatore.

Gasly, who joined the Enstone outfit in 2023 after several years at Red Bull’s sister outfit AlphaTauri – now Racing Bulls, delivered his most recent top-three finish to the team in Brazil last year.

But the Rouen native is now ready to chase bigger dreams with the Enstone-based squad.

Gasly: “A natural decision”

The 28-year-old made no secret of his pride in committing his peak years to France’s only F1 constructor.

“I’m thrilled to commit my long-term future to Alpine,” said Gasly.

“As a Frenchman, especially, driving for a French car company makes me feel very proud. Since I joined in 2023, I have always felt this team is the right place to be for the future.

“Flavio’s [Briatore] support and belief in me, François’ [Provost] commitment to the Formula One project, as well as the people we have in Enstone made this a natural decision.

“I want to be here in years to come and deliver on our joint objective: to win races and world championships. We’re all in this together and I look forward to continuing this special story.”

Gasly’s words reflect not only his faith in Alpine’s long-term vision but also the ambition of a driver determined to be at the heart of the team’s resurgence.

Briatore: “Our lead driver confirmed”

For Briatore, who rejoined Alpine earlier this year as the team’s executive advisor, Gasly’s contract is another cornerstone in laying the foundations for a competitive future – particularly with the sweeping regulation changes due in 2026.

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“Since I returned, I have always stated how important it is to build and grow the competitiveness of BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team,” Briatore said.

“We’re well prepared for the new era of Formula 1 beginning in 2026, and now we have our lead driver confirmed.

“Pierre has been an immense asset during this challenging period. I have been very impressed with his attitude, dedication and talent, and we look forward to continuing this project together for a long time.”

With Gasly signed and Briatore intent on steering Alpine back toward the front, the French team has laid down a marker for stability and ambition in a sport where both are often in short supply.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.