Briatore told Alonso to sign for Aston Martin after key signings
Two key signings were what prompted Flavio Briatore to tell Fernando Alonso to join the Aston Martin Formula 1 team, he has revealed.
Former Benetton and Renault boss Briatore is currently Alonso's manager - with the Spaniard claiming his two world titles under the Italian in 2005 and 2006.
After returning to Grand Prix racing in 2021 with Alpine, Alonso elected to jump ship for 2023, joining Aston Martin to replace the retiring Sebastian Vettel.
He has enjoyed a strong start to the season, claiming four third places and a fourth from the opening five rounds to have 75 points, including the points from the sprint race in Azerbaijan.
In 2022, Alonso scored 81 points all season, and is currently on course to hit three figures for the first time since his final Ferrari season in 2014.
And Briatore has explained how two important signings were the catalyst for the move. Viewed by others: ...