Alpine Completes 2025 WEC Driver Lineup with Schumacher, Gounon and Makowiecki

Alpine Completes 2025 WEC Driver Lineup with Schumacher, Gounon and Makowiecki

By Michael Harrison

February 6, 2025 at 12:35 AM

Alpine has confirmed its complete driver lineup for the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship, featuring two A424 Hypercars.

Three men beside Alpine race car

Three men beside Alpine race car

The No. 35 A424 will retain its existing crew of Paul-Loup Chatin, Charles Milesi, and Ferdinand Habsburg. For the No. 36 entry, Mick Schumacher will be joined by promoted reserve driver Jules Gounon and former Porsche driver Frédéric Makowiecki.

Two Alpine F1 cars racing

Two Alpine F1 cars racing

Team Principal Philippe Sinault expressed confidence in the new additions. He praised Gounon's successful integration through his reserve role, where he competed in half of last season's races, noting his valuable GT experience has significantly contributed to the Hypercar project.

Sinault highlighted Makowiecki's extensive experience and technical expertise as crucial assets for the team. He emphasized Makowiecki's analytical skills, situational awareness, and collaborative approach as perfect fits for Alpine's ambitions.

Nicolas Lapierre transitions to sporting director, while Matthieu Vaxiviere moves to reserve driver duties for the 2025 season.

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