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Alpine Names Former FIA Aerodynamics Chief Somerville Deputy Technical Director

5/15/2026

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Alpine appointed Jason Somerville (former FIA Head of Aerodynamics) as Deputy Technical Director on 15 May 2026.
He will report to Executive Technical Director David Sanchez.
Somerville completed a six-month gardening leave and brings experience from Williams, Toyota Racing and the 2022 F1 technical regulations.
Team principal Flavio Briatore and Managing Director Steve Nielsen said the hire strengthens Alpine’s technical leadership while the team sits fifth with 23 points after four races.

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Alpine appointed Jason Somerville (former FIA Head of Aerodynamics) as Deputy Technical Director on 15 May 2026.
He will report to Executive Technical Director David Sanchez.
Somerville completed a six-month gardening leave and brings experience from Williams, Toyota Racing and the 2022 F1 technical regulations.
Team principal Flavio Briatore and Managing Director Steve Nielsen said the hire strengthens Alpine’s technical leadership while the team sits fifth with 23 points after four races.