Two fraud convictions he never served, two Formula 1 titles, a $100 million nightlife empire, and now a front-row seat to a $3 billion stake fight he’s chosen to watch.
The final Alpine F1 question looks like one of capital efficiency. Flavio Briatore already exercises broad operational influence without tying up $720 million in a minority stake that would provide economics without control.
Renault retains the controlling interest, while much of the team’s day-to-day authority already appears to sit with Flavio. For someone whose career has repeatedly involved securing leverage without unnecessary ownership, watching may be one of his most characteristic moves.
Great article on a colorful F1 character to say the least! I mention it in this week's Business of Motorsport Roundup.
Thanks for reading and sharing, Mark!
Thanks Mark!
The final Alpine F1 question looks like one of capital efficiency. Flavio Briatore already exercises broad operational influence without tying up $720 million in a minority stake that would provide economics without control.
Renault retains the controlling interest, while much of the team’s day-to-day authority already appears to sit with Flavio. For someone whose career has repeatedly involved securing leverage without unnecessary ownership, watching may be one of his most characteristic moves.