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Pierre Gasly has signed a contract extension that will keep him with Alpine through the 2028 Formula 1 season. The French driver expressed pride in representing his country's manufacturer and believes Alpine is the right team for his future. The extension comes despite his current contract running through 2025, showing mutual commitment from both sides. Alpine leadership sees Gasly as crucial for their championship ambitions in the new regulatory era starting in 2026.

Key Points: Pierre Gasly Extends Alpine F1 Contract Through 2028 Season

  • Gasly joined Alpine in 2023 and has already scored two podium finishes
  • The extension secures his place through F1's new regulations era starting in 2026
  • Alpine Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore praised Gasly's dedication and talent
  • Both parties were keen to extend despite current contract running through 2025
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Formula 1: Pierre Gasly signs contract extension with Alpine

French driver Pierre Gasly signs long-term extension with Alpine F1 team until 2028, aiming for race wins and championships with the French manufacturer.

"I’m thrilled to commit my long-term future to Alpine. As a Frenchman, especially, driving for a French car company, it makes me feel very proud. - Pierre Gasly"

Monza, Sep 6

Pierre Gasly has committed his long-term future to Alpine by signing a contract extension that will see him race for the French manufacturer until at least the end of the 2028 campaign.

The 29-year-old joined Alpine ahead of the 2023 season and has since scored two podiums while also playing a key role in helping the team secure sixth place in the Teams’ Championship last season.

“I’m thrilled to commit my long-term future to Alpine. As a Frenchman, especially, driving for a French car company, it makes me feel very proud. Since I joined in 2023, I have always felt that this team is the right place to be for the future," Gasly said in a statement.

“Flavio’s support and belief in me, Francois’ commitment to the Formula 1 project, as well as the people we have in Enstone made this a natural decision and 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 previous contract wasn’t due to expire until the end of next season but both sides were keen to extend that deal by a further two years and so put pen to paper ahead of this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix.

Alpine Executive Advisor Briatore hailed Gasly’s efforts at Alpine so far. “Since I returned to the team, I have always stated how important it is to build and grow the competitiveness of BWT Alpine Formula One Team.

"We’re well prepared for the new era of Formula 1, beginning in 2026, and now we have our lead driver confirmed to bring us well into the future.

“Pierre has been an immense asset for the team 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,” said Briatore.

- IANS

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Priya S
As an F1 fan from Mumbai, I think this is a smart move. Gasly deserves a stable team after his Red Bull experience. Alpine might not be winning now, but 2026 could change everything! 🏎️
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Aman W
Honestly not sure about this. Alpine has been struggling with performance and strategy. Gasly is talented but will the team give him a car capable of winning? 🤔
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Sarah B
Love seeing drivers commit long-term to teams! Gasly's passion for representing a French manufacturer is genuine. Hope this partnership brings them success in the coming years 👍
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Vikram M
Good for Gasly! But as an Indian F1 fan, I'm still waiting for our own driver to make it to Formula 1. Hopefully soon we'll see an Indian flag on the grid 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Solid decision by both parties. Gasly brings experience and racecraft that Alpine needs. The 2026 regulations could really shake things up - might be a genius move to lock him in now

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