Steve Nielsen Returns to Alpine as Managing Director
All dough, no crust. Filling but forgettable.
Summary
Steve Nielsen, a seasoned sporting manager in Formula 1, is returning to the Renault-owned Alpine team as managing director. Nielsen has a rich history in the sport, having previously worked with various teams and achieved world title doubles with Fernando Alonso.
Key quotes
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A statement from Alpine said Nielsen would "oversee the day-to-day running of the team at Enstone."
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