Oliver Oakes opens up on ‘big task’ at Alpine after taking on ‘dream’ team boss role

Talking to Sky Sports activities F1 on the Dutch Grand Prix in regards to the job that lies forward, Oakes mentioned: “On the finish of the day, we all know what’s gone on earlier than. I believe there’s a doubt when it comes to it being a giant job, however I believe additionally for me, you’ve obtained to like Enstone. The love there, you stroll around the place and also you wish to be a part of that, you wish to lead that crew.

“For me, when you’ve finished that there’s no query marks. It’s everybody’s dream to steer an F1 crew. I’m lucky to do it at a younger age, which everybody retains reminding me, so no strain.

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“There’s quite a bit to absorb clearly, there’s much more folks. It’s a giant accountability main Enstone, however truly it’s the identical – it’s a race automobile, it’s about making the crew work collectively. All of that’s fairly regular and as anticipated.”

Oakes’ appointment is the newest of various employees adjustments at Alpine. He’s the crew’s third boss in simply over 12 months, changing Famin who has moved back to a full-time role at their base in France.