Boullier joins the French GP organization

Éric Boullier had been in retreat since his ouster from McLaren last July. The Frenchman is now back on the scene F1 by integrating the GIP of the French GP, the next edition of which will be held on June 23 on the Paul-Ricard circuit in Castellet (Var).

The promoters of the Grand Prix have confirmed the arrival of Éric Boullier as strategic, sporting and operational advisor. The former head of the Woking stable will also have an ambassadorial role for the event.

“I am happy and proud to have the opportunity to collaborate again with the French Grand Prix team. I attach particular importance to this French Grand Prix and I look forward to contributing to the success of this major, unmissable event in French motorsport. I thank Christian Estrosi for his trust and am delighted to bring him my experience and my determination”, comments Éric Boullier.

“I am delighted to welcome Éric Boullier to the French Grand Prix team, adds Christian Estrosi, president of the GIP GP of France. During his 20 years in the sport, he played a leading role in the development of every team he worked with. Éric has cutting-edge technical and sporting knowledge, unique experience, and I have already benefited greatly from his advice and expertise during our working group for the return of the French Grand Prix. »

“Éric Boullier, through his successful career at the highest level of motorsport, is a real asset for our organization, confirms Gilles Dufeigneux, the general director of the GIP GP of France. Its advisory mission will allow us to continue to develop our actions and sustain the success of this major sporting event at the national and international level. I am delighted with his arrival in our team. »