The future of Alpine has been a hot topic in Formula 1 following the news that Renault is set to exit as an engine manufacturer. Former team principal Bruno Famin confirmed over the Belgian Grand Prix weekend that Renault will be ceasing production of its F1 power units from 2026, while simultaneously announcing his departure from his role to make way for Oliver Oakes. Renault only supplies engines to its in-house Alpine F1 team, having previously partnered with McLaren and Red Bull during the hybrid era. The French manufacturer has struggled to match its rivals Mercedes, Ferrari and Honda, wi…