Binotto swiftly spots Ferrari replacement Vasseur as he returns to F1 paddock
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The ex-Ferrari team principal was making an intriguing return to the paddock when he bumped into the man who replaced him in his job.Famous Italian manufacturers Ferrari are welcoming Formula 1 to Monza this weekend, their home race, where they are desperate to impress.Binotto’s perceived failings – despite leading Charles Leclerc to P3 in the F1 standings last season – saw him axed from his prestigious role as team boss, and replaced by Vasseur.
But it was all smiles when the two men met at Monza.There might be a more interesting reason for Binotto’s appearance, beyond just popping in to see old friends.He was reportedly targeted by Alpine to become their new team principal, a move which hasn’t materialised yet.Otmar Szafnauer left his job as Alpine team principal, as part of a shock exodus of staff, weeks ago at the Belgian Grand Prix.Journalist Leo Turrini wrote for Quotidiano: “In France they say that Binotto already has the agreement with Alpine. I wouldn’t be surprised.”Related Prodigious 13-year-old, an FIM MiniGP champion, dies in a Any agreement may not begin until later this year anyway.
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