Stoll to step down as Renault Sport president after ‘very intense’ five years

Jerome Stoll will step down from his position as president of Renault Sport Racing at the end of December.

Stoll has held the role since the French manufacturer returned to the sport as a full time works outfit in 2016 and has overseen Renault’s rise up the grid, culminating in it securing fifth place in the constructors’ championship with its highest points total and first podiums of its current era.

Renault is gearing up for a rebrand to Alpine F1 following its most successful season of the V6 hybrid era and Still will subsequently leave his position at the end of the year following what he described as a “very intense” five-year spell.

"These five years as President of Renault Sport Racing have been very intense,” Still explained. “Taking up the challenge of rebuilding a Formula 1 team is tough, it takes time, commitment and unfailing determination.

“A first step has been taken with a team and drivers that we can now see on the podium. I appreciate the privilege of being able to be part of all these changes and all our progress.

“Motorsport, and even more so Formula 1, is above all a human adventure, encounters, bonds that are forged, joys, disappointments and invaluable rewards. The Formula E titles and seeing young drivers racing in our cars in the Eurocup or Clio Cup are an integral part of what has been a wonderful experience.

“I owe a lot to every collaborator in this company. They are committed and determined to give their best to make our brand and our values shine.

“A new chapter is now opening with Alpine and I am sure the best is yet to come. I am happy and proud to have been part of this great adventure with such great people.”

Renault F1 team principal Cyril Abiteboul paid tribute to the departing president, adding:  “His support as well as his strategic vision have enabled us to overcome many hurdles and advance our ideas in an increasingly complex environment.

“Today, a new adventure begins with Alpine and the F1 team will be a major asset for the development of the brand. Thank you Jerome for your trust, your advice and your loyalty.”