Despite several reports linking him to a potential move to Honda, it is understood that Brivio has already committed to the new Trackhouse squad that has joined the grid this year after taking over the entry that belonged to RNF and its partner CryptoDATA.
Brivio will replace PJ Rashidi, who had initially been chosen as the director of the American outfit.
The Italian moves to Trackhouse after a three-year stint at Alpine during which he held a variety of roles. Initially signed as racing director of its Formula 1 team under the leadership of company CEO Luca de Meo, Brivio spent the last year-and-a-half as the head of its young driver programme. His departure from Alpine was confirmed at the end of last year.
The 59-year-old had previously led Suzuki to its first premier class title in 20 years, with Joan Mir winning the championship in 2020 under his reign. His decision to subsequently leave Suzuki and switch to F1 with Alpine came as a major shock for the Hamamatsu-based marque.
The Trackhouse team he is joining in 2024 is expected to help Aprilia in the development and evolution of the RS-GP. Justin Marks’ team has requested two 2024-spec bikes for Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez, who have both retained their places at the satellite outfit amid the transition from RNF to Trackhouse.
Source: Autosport