Alpine aren’t the only Formula 1 team who could be headed for a potential sale. One of their midfield rivals may also have taken a step in that direction. With the support of veteran advisor Flavio Briatore, Renault CEO Luca de Meo has scrapped their F1 engine programme. Alpine are set to use Mercedes engines instead from 2026 onwards. Andretti could target Alpine if they have to buy an existing team rather than setting up their own operation. Liberty Media blocked their attempt to join the grid in either 2025 or 2026. Alpine could also become Hitech-Mercedes, with the presence of Oliver Oakes…