New Racing Bulls F1 team boss ‘shocked’ after ‘amazing’ promotion
Meet the new Racing Bulls boss following shock promotion
- Alan Permane has been appointed as the new Team Principal of Racing Bulls, following a reshuffle in Red Bull's management.
- Permane's promotion occurred after Laurent Mekies, the former Racing Bulls team principal, was elevated to Red Bull F1 CEO.
- Permane, who was previously Racing Bulls' racing director, expressed both shock and pride at taking on the leadership role.
- He has a long career in Formula 1, having spent 34 years with Alpine and its previous iterations before joining Racing Bulls last season.
- Racing Bulls are currently seventh in the constructors' championship, with Permane aiming for the team to be at the top of the midfield.