FIA and ACO announce that Balance of Performance (BoP) data will no longer be made public in WEC starting in 2026, aiming to reduce speculation.
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WEC to keep BoP data confidential for 2026

As reported by Motorsport.com, starting in 2026, the FIA and ACO will no longer publish the Balance of Performance (BoP) tables for the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This decision was revealed during a media briefing at Imola, ahead of the season-opening 6 Hours of Imola. The change is…

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Alpine confirms that Bruno Famin will depart as Axel Plasse takes charge ahead of a pivotal WEC season and the brand’s 2026 exit.
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Famin steps down as VP of motorsport as Alpine prepares for WEC departure

As reported by Sportscar365, Alpine has initiated a significant restructuring of its motorsport division, confirming that Bruno Famin has stepped down from his role as vice-president of motorsport just weeks before the start of the new FIA World Endurance Championship season. The timing of the decision is notable. Not only does it arrive on the…

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Alpine completes a successful 1,250km Portimão test with its upgraded A424 Hypercar as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIA WEC season.
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Alpine completes key pre-season tests as upgraded A424 shows promise ahead of 2026 WEC campaign

Alpine has taken another important step in its FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) preparations after completing a successful pre-season test with its upgraded A424 Hypercar at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve. Since making its debut in the championship’s top-tier Hypercar category in 2024, the A424 has already delivered several key milestones for the French manufacturer….

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Ocon on former Alpine F1 Team Principal Bruno Famin: “I want to thank him for the hard work, for his dedication”

Last time out before the break didn’t start out in the best way for Esteban Ocon, who spent the whole first free practice session  in the garage, as mechanics were working on an issue on his A524. The weekend took a better turn with him Qualifying in P10 and ultimately finishing the race in P9…

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“We just do way too many mistakes as a team” — Gasly left extremely frustrated by engine temperature issue in F1 Belgian GP

It has been quite a difficult month for the French driver. After being unable to start the British GP because of gearbox gremlins, and had to retire from the Hungarian round due to an hydraulic issue, Gasly was finally able to end a race, even if it was outside of the top 10. Starting from…

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Hitech GP founder Oliver Oakes joins Alpine F1 as team principal

Following speculation over the Belgian Grand Prix weekend that it could happen, Pit Debrief has learned that Oliver Oakes will become Alpine F1’s new team principal. Sources have indicated that it was officially announced to staff earlier on Tuesday. An announcement to the wider world is expected this week. At Spa last Friday, current team…

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Ocon and Gasly say Alpine “have to do better” as Famin apologises for Q1 miscall in F1 Hungarian GP qualifying

Saturday turned out to be a difficult day for Alpine on the track. The team from Enstone faced a qualifying in Hungary that threatened with rain and left the track slightly damp. With 6 minutes left in the first session, the competitors headed to their garages as the rain began. The session was interrupted by…

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Official: Flavio Briatore agrees to F1 advisory role with Alpine

It’s been officially confirmed, Flavio Briatore has returned to Formula 1 to work as an advisor for his former team, Alpine/Renault. Renault CEO Luca Di Meo has been instrumental in this, seeking out the help of his fellow Italian following a miserable start to the 2024 season for Alpine. They have scored just five points…

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