Boullier becomes general director of the French GP

It will now be Éric Boullier who will be in charge of the organization of the French GP. The former Team Principal of McLaren who has until now served as a strategic sporting and operational advisor, will occupy the position of Gilles Dufeigneux for the French event contested for two years on the Paul-Ricard circuit in Le Castellet (Var).

“It’s a slightly greater assumption of responsibility, a greater involvement in daily life, body and soul., confided the Frenchman. Originally, we were a small commando that interacted with all parties. At the time, I was in England so it was easier to relay to Bernie. Thanks to the will of Christian Estrosi, the Grand Prix was able to return to France. After my visit to Formula 1, Christian asked me to join the GIP and more recently there was an evolution in the organization of the Grand Prix and he entrusted me with the management of the event. »

Éric Boullier will therefore have to study and sign all important documents relating to the race and make strategic decisions for the Grand Prix. The new general director of the French GP will above all seek to perpetuate the future of the event on the F1 calendar beyond the initial 5-year contract signed with the FOM. He is also working to fill this year's program after the support races were abandoned. F2 et F3.