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Hamilton's Ferrari renaissance seals dramatic Barcelona Grand Prix
formula-127 days ago

Hamilton's Ferrari renaissance seals dramatic Barcelona Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton sealed Ferrari's latest breakthrough with a first win for the team at the hot, tyre‑savage Barcelona Grand Prix, underscoring Ferrari’s resurgence as Antonelli suffered a power‑unit failure that swung points away from Mercedes. George Russell benefited in the championship narrative after Antonelli’s retirement, while Fernando Alonso teased a Barcelona farewell and Alpine recovered with solid midfield pace despite Colapinto’s 10‑second penalty. Nico Hulkenberg endured a bizarre Audi retirement when gravel hit the ERS kill switch, highlighting how reliability and strategy shaped the result.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#barcelona-catalunya-gp#ferrari
Gasly’s Monaco Podium Restored After Pit-Lane Speed Error
formula-129 days ago

Gasly’s Monaco Podium Restored After Pit-Lane Speed Error

FIA stewards overturned two five-second penalties on Pierre Gasly after Alpine showed pit-lane speed measurements were miscalculated due to a distance error in Monaco, reinstating Gasly to third and moving Alpine up while Red Bull’s Hadjar drops to fourth; penalties for others had already been served and remain unchanged, and Alpine’s right of review is credited with the podium restoration.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#formula-1#gasly
Alpine’s Monaco probe could widen the pit-lane penalties debate
sports1 month ago

Alpine’s Monaco probe could widen the pit-lane penalties debate

Alpine has filed for a Right of Review with the FIA to challenge Pierre Gasly’s Monaco penalties tied to the pit-lane timing system, arguing Gasly and others did not exceed the 60 kph limit and that the system may have misfired. The hearing could raise questions about how pit-lane speed is enforced and potentially affect other penalties, though a full race result change is unlikely. The Monaco setup and the timing infrastructure add complexity, and the case could prompt scrutiny or changes to enforcement without necessarily restoring Gasly’s podium.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#formula1#gasly
Gucci to join Alpine F1 as 2027 title sponsor, launching Gucci Racing Alpine
formula-11 month ago

Gucci to join Alpine F1 as 2027 title sponsor, launching Gucci Racing Alpine

Luxury brand Gucci will become Alpine F1's title sponsor for 2027, rebranding the team as Gucci Racing Alpine and changing its livery to Gucci colours. Led by Gucci parent group head Luca de Meo’s involvement, the multi-year deal makes Gucci the first luxury fashion house to hold a Formula 1 title sponsorship and establishes Gucci Racing as a platform at the intersection of luxury and sport.

via Autosport|
#alpine#formula-1#gucci
Suzuka surprises as Antonelli and Piastri lead a boosted McLaren-Alpine show
formula-13 months ago

Suzuka surprises as Antonelli and Piastri lead a boosted McLaren-Alpine show

Kimi Antonelli headlines a Suzuka surprise, taking an early-season lead as McLaren and Alpine shine with Oscar Piastri and Pierre Gasly delivering strong drives. The weekend also delivers setbacks for Ferrari, Williams and Red Bull, while George Russell encounters misfortune that dents his championship momentum, underscoring a fraught Japanese Grand Prix for F1.

via Motorsport.com|
#alpine#f1#formula-1
Alpine's Alpenglow Hydrogen V6 Roars to 9,000 RPM with Water-Only Exhaust
technology4 months ago

Alpine's Alpenglow Hydrogen V6 Roars to 9,000 RPM with Water-Only Exhaust

Alpine’s Alpenglow hydrogen-powered V6 prototype revs to 9,000 rpm, delivering about 740 hp and a top speed of 205 mph while emitting only water vapor. The design uses a pre-chamber and regulator for hydrogen at ~700 bar, with compact storage tanks and standard radiators to maintain aero efficiency. Blue energy-recovery brake lights and a transparent acrylic rear spoiler underscore that this car is a mobile lab for testing hydrogen in high-performance applications, suggesting clean-energy ICE viability without heavy battery packs.

via supercarblondie.com|
#alpine#hydrogen#internal-combustion
Austrian climber on trial after girlfriend's death on Grossglockner
crime4 months ago

Austrian climber on trial after girlfriend's death on Grossglockner

An experienced Austrian climber, Thomas Plamberger, is facing negligent manslaughter charges after his girlfriend Kerstin Gurtner froze to death on Austria's Grossglockner. Prosecutors allege nine planning and equipment mistakes and a delayed call for help; Plamberger reportedly left her near the summit, returning hours later to find her dead. He denies wrongdoing; a conviction could carry up to three years in prison as the trial begins.

via The Independent|
#alpine#austria#climbing
Alpine's 2025 Challenges and 2026 Aspirations in F1
sports6 months ago

Alpine's 2025 Challenges and 2026 Aspirations in F1

Alpine's 2025 F1 season was challenging, with their best result being Pierre Gasly's 6th place at Silverstone. The team faced several setbacks, including driver changes and internal upheaval, but focused on future success with new regulations in 2026, maintaining their driver lineup and switching to Mercedes power units. Gasly's performances and team unity were highlights, despite a tough year overall.

via Formula 1|
#2025-season#alpine#f1