Alfa Romeo F1 Team KICK Esports has recently announced an exciting partnership with R8G e-Sports Sim Racing Team, a renowned esports organization led by former Formula One driver Romain Grosjean. This collaboration is set to combine the expertise, experience, and talent of both teams as they aim for the ultimate prize—the World Championship crown in the F1 Esports Pro Championship.
R8G e-Sports Sim Racing Team has established itself as a dominant force in online racing across multiple platforms. Over the past three years, the organization has secured numerous titles and victories, gaining millions of impressions on social media. R8G emerged triumphant in the 24 Hours of Le Mans Virtual and the ESL Drivers’ World Title, while also achieving commendable runner-up positions in events such as Formula E Accelerate, DTM eSports, and the SimRacing World Cup. Their accomplishments even extended to the Olympic Virtual Games, where they proudly earned a silver medal. Joining the F1 Esports scene in 2021, R8G quickly climbed the ranks due to their strong team structure and focus on nurturing young talent.
Alessandro Alunni Bravi, the Team Representative of Alfa Romeo F1 Team KICK Esports, expressed his excitement about the new partnership, stating, “R8G is the ideal partner to propel Alfa Romeo F1 Team KICK Esports to new heights. Our aspirations are high, both in terms of our competitive ambitions and our commitment to delivering excellence to our partners and fans. To achieve this, we require top-tier collaborators, and R8G perfectly fits the bill. They have a proven track record of success in F1 Esports and the wider realm of simracing, and their ability to produce outstanding results is well-known. With Romain leading the team, drawing from his extensive experience at the highest levels of racing, we anticipate a bright future for our esports team.”
Romain Grosjean, CEO of R8G e-Sports, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, saying, “Since the inception of my esports team three years ago, our focus has been on spotting young talent and clinching championships. In just three years, we have risen from obscurity to become one of the world’s premier esports organizations. Collaborating with Sauber Esports and Alfa Romeo F1 Team KICK Esports to take a leading role in F1 Esports is a tremendous honor. We will draw on our experiences from both the real and virtual racing worlds to propel us to the next level. The team possesses immense talent, energy, desire, and ambition. I eagerly await the start of the season.”
With this partnership, Alfa Romeo F1 Team KICK Esports and R8G e-Sports Sim Racing Team are poised to create a formidable force in the competitive world of F1 Esports. Combining the extensive knowledge, skills, and passion of both organizations, they are determined to make their mark on the highly prestigious F1 Esports Pro Championship. As the season unfolds, fans and followers eagerly anticipate the outstanding performances and thrilling races that will surely come from this exceptional collaboration.
