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Hans India
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hans India
Formula 1: Alpine replaces Doohan with Colapinto for next five rounds of World Championship
New Delhi: Alpine F1 team has confirmed that Franco Colapinto will replace Jack Doohan for the next five race weekends, starting from the upcoming Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, with the team deciding to 'rotate' the race seat alongside Pierre Gasly. "As part of an on-going assessment of its driver line-up, the team has made the decision to rotate one of its race seats for the next five rounds of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship. 'BWT Alpine Formula One Team therefore announces that Franco Colapinto will be paired with Pierre Gasly from the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, ahead of a new evaluation before the British Grand Prix in July," said an Alpine statement. The statement added that Doohan remains with the team as "first-choice reserve driver". 'Jack Doohan remains an integral part of the team and will be the first-choice Reserve Driver for this period of time," it added. Having previously served as a reserve driver for the Enstone-based team, it was announced last summer that Doohan was set to be promoted to the main race squad for 2025. The 22-year-old was then given an earlier-than-expected debut at the 2024 season finale in Abu Dhabi, following the departure of Haas-bound Esteban Ocon, Formula 1 reports. After starting his first full-time campaign this year, Doohan has struggled to match teammate Gasly and his troubles continued last time out in Miami, where he retired from the race following a Lap 1 collision with Racing Bulls' Liam Lawson. Doohan's future at the team had been a frequent topic of discussion since Colapinto's signing as a reserve in January, with Oakes having moved to quash those reports as recently as the Miami Grand Prix weekend. Colapinto made his F1 debut last year as a mid-season replacement for Logan Sargeant at Williams and immediately impressed, prompting other teams to look into signing him to a race seat for 2025. 'Firstly, I want to thank the team for giving me the opportunity to drive competitively for the next five races. I will work hard with the team to prepare for the next race in Imola and the upcoming triple-header, which will no doubt be intense and a big challenge for everyone. 'I have stayed sharp, and I am as ready as possible with the team's race support testing programme, as well as on the simulator at Enstone. I will do my best to get up to speed quickly and give it my all to deliver the best possible results alongside Pierre," said Colapinto. The news of Alpine's driver swap comes following the confirmation on Tuesday evening that Alpine Team Principal Oliver Oakes had resigned with immediate effect. Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore will be covering the duties previously performed by the Briton.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
BWT Alpine Formula One Team and Perfect Moment to Launch Capsule Skiwear Collection
LONDON, March 26, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BWT Alpine Formula One Team and luxury skiwear and lifestyle brand Perfect Moment Ltd. [NYSE American: PMNT] will come together to reveal a special-edition, capsule collection that effortlessly fuses Perfect Moment's refined ski lifestyle with the team's cutting-edge, racing performance. The sophisticated collection brings together two brands born in the French Alps with BWT Alpine Formula One Team's motor racing heritage and Perfect Moment, founded in the mountains near Chamonix with a reputation for high-performance skiwear, delivering a unique apparel range that embodies their shared passion for speed, adventure and French savoir-faire. COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS The Perfect Moment x BWT Alpine Formula One Team capsule collection will feature a curated selection of technical outerwear and lifestyle pieces, seamlessly blending motorsport innovation with luxury skiwear aesthetics. The collection will include: Signature ski jackets, ski suits and performance-driven ski pants - reimagined with BWT Alpine Formula One Team's bold racing colors and dynamic design. Versatile base layers and statement knitwear - perfect for both the slopes and the racetrack. Limited-edition hoodies, T-shirts, and accessories - infusing the team's racing DNA into Perfect Moment fashion. This collaboration marks the perfect fusion of two brands that thrive in extreme environments - whether on the track or in the mountains. The Perfect Moment x BWT Alpine Formula One Team collection captures the high-octane energy and engineering prowess of Formula One combining it with the sporting and technical innovation required in skiing apparel. CAMPAIGN & LAUNCH The launch will be accompanied by a high-impact campaign. The campaign highlights the seamless blend of Formula One precision and mountain performance, showcasing the versatility of the collection. The collection will be available exclusively online at with special pop-up experiences launching ahead of selected race events. Jane Gottschalk, Perfect Moment co-founder and creative director says: "This collaboration is an exciting milestone for Perfect Moment blending the energy of BWT Alpine Formula One Team with our signature style and technical excellence. We wanted to create something truly special for fans of both worlds - high-performance apparel that looks as good as it performs on the slopes and at the track. The French heritage of BWT Alpine Formula One Team and Perfect Moment is a natural fit, for me, it just made sense and we can't wait to launch the collection soon." BWT Alpine Formula One Team added: "We are excited to join forces with Perfect Moment for this unique collaboration and bring the worlds of Formula One and luxury skiwear together. The technical outerwear produced by Perfect Moment resonates with BWT Alpine Formula One Team's innovative objectives, and we are looking forward to launching the collection very soon." About Perfect Moment Founded in 1984, in the mountains of Chamonix, Perfect Moment is a high-performance, luxury skiwear and lifestyle brand that fuses technical excellence with fashion-led designs, resulting in pieces that transition effortlessly from the slopes to the city, the beach and back again. Initially the vision of extreme sports filmmaker and professional skier Thierry Donard, the brand was built on a sense of adventure that has sustained for over 20 years. Donard, fueled by his personal experiences, was driven by a desire to create pieces that offered quality, style and performance, pushing the wearer in the pursuit of every athlete's dream: to experience 'The Perfect Moment.' In 2010 British-Swiss entrepreneurial couple Jane and Max Gottschalk took ownership of the brand. Under Jane's creative direction Perfect Moment was injected with a new style focus, one that reignited the spirit of the heritage brand, committed to improving fit, performance and the use of best-in-class functional materials. As such, the designs evolved into the distinct statement pieces synonymous with the brand as we know it today. About BWT Alpine Formula One Team BWT Alpine Formula One Team competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship with Grand Prix race winner Pierre Gasly and Formula 1 rookie Jack Doohan, under the leadership of Team Principal Oliver Oakes and Executive Advisor Flavia Briatore. The team, bought by the Benetton Family in 1986, was moved to Enstone, Oxfordshire, in 1992 where it is still based today. Renault bought the Italian-run team in 2000 and rebranded as Alpine F1. The team has a winning legacy, having won the Formula One World Championship seven times, including the Drivers' World Championship (1994, 1995, 2005 and 2006) with Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso, and the Constructors' World Championship (1995, 2005 and 2006). The team's most recent triumph came at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix, the 50th victory overall. The team finished the 2024 season strongly with two podium finishes and ended the year sixth place overall in the Constructor's Championship. For more information, please head to View source version on Contacts Media Contact: BWT Alpine Formula One Team media@ Perfect Moment: UK: Sadie Chase-Gardener I sadierosemantovani@ Owen Phillips I owen@ Perfect Moment Investor Contact Ronald Both or Grant StudeCMA Investor RelationsTel (949) 432-7566Email contact Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Perfect Moment Launches Capsule Collection With BWT Alpine F1 Team
Perfect Moment Launches Capsule Collection With BWT Alpine F1 Team Courtesy of Perfect Moment Fusing motorsport engineering and luxury sportswear, Perfect Moment and BWT Alpine Formula One Team have unveiled today an exclusive capsule skiwear collection that celebrates their shared French alpine heritage while pushing the boundaries of high performance apparel. The limited-edition collection — the first of multiple drops planned under the brands' 3-year partnership — comes at a time when F1 racing events and teams are gaining increasing popularity following the success of Netflix's documentary series, Formula 1: Driving to Survive. Featuring a range of skiwear, base layers, lifestyle pieces as well as accessories, the 20-piece range brings together Alpine F1's racing technology and Perfect Moment's signature ski aesthetic to create a range designed for both extreme conditions and fashion-forward viabilities. 'This collaboration is an exciting milestone for Perfect Moment, blending the energy of BWT Alpine Formula One Team with our signature style and technical excellence,' says Jane Gottschalk, Perfect Moment's co-founder and creative director. 'The French heritage of BWT Alpine Formula One Team and Perfect Moment is a natural fit. For me, it just made sense.' Derived organically from both brands' common roots in the French Alps and mutual pursuits of performance excellence, Gottschalk says Perfect Moment, originally founded by world-leading Freeride champions, and Alpine F1 share 'a relentless pursuit of excellence' in their respective domains. The Perfect Moment x BWT Alpine F1 Team collab collection focuses on performance and style Courtesy of Perfect Moment 'This partnership felt completely natural from the outset,' says Gottschalk, before noting that both racing suits and ski suits are engineered for extreme performance, designed to withstand high speeds and intense conditions while ensuring comfort and protection. 'It's this shared commitment to technical excellence that makes our collaboration so seamless.' A slight departure from Perfect Moment's usual silhouettes marrying elegance with performance confidence, the standout pieces from the collection adopt a notably sportier aesthetic featuring Alpine's bold racing colors and elements of the F1 team's aerodynamic engineering and cutting-edge technology, all completed with advanced fabrics that ensure the skiwear meets rigorous performance standards. Known for its elevated, polished skiwear styles on and off the slopes, the brand's latest collaboration with Alpine F1 reinforces its position as the leading name in performance as well as luxury and style. 'Formula One is the pinnacle of high-performance engineering, and collaborating with a team that operates at such an elite level reinforces our commitment to innovation,' says Gottschalk. Supported by a high-impact campaign showcasing the versatility of the collection, the products under the new range are available exclusively online at complemented by special pop-up experiences at selected race events. The pop-ups, specifically designed for the collaborated collection, are aimed to offer a different and immersive consumer experience compared to traditional retail spaces. 'We want people to step into the Perfect Moment x Alpine world,' Gottschalk shares. 'Fans will have the chance to see, feel, and interact with the collection in an environment that blends the energy of the racetrack with the spirit of mountain life.' The collection of 20 styles, launching today on March 26, includes a range of performance-driven skiwear together with base layers and lifestyle pieces Courtesy of Perfect Moment It's clear Gottschalk has her eyes set on growth. Since the company's listing on NYSE, the brand has orchestrated a series of well-positioned and publicised events and appointments, with the latest news being the AW25 wholesale bookings exceeding USD$12.7m (a 30% increase on 2024's total annual wholesale bookings) and a number of new senior management hires. In addition, Perfect Moment is set to expand further from luxury performance wear and skiwear to broader luxury outerwear, extending the brand's presence beyond the traditional fall/winter season. The collaboration with Alpine F1 leads a growing trend of luxury sportswear brands forming partnerships outside their traditional domains. Gottschalk sees this as responding to evolving customer expectations: 'Customers today expect more from their clothing — it needs to perform seamlessly across multiple environments while making a statement. A collaboration like this demonstrates that high-performance apparel can also be high-fashion.' The collection launches today, with pop-ups planned at two major race events and in London, offering fans and fashion enthusiasts the opportunity to experience what Gottschalk calls 'the perfect fusion of two brands that thrive in extreme environments — whether on the track of in the mountains.'
