Travis Kelce Joins Long List Of Celebs To Invest In Alpine Formula 1 Team

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When Taylor Swift began dating Travis Kelce, she knew was entering a relationship with one of the NFL’s top players.

But did she also know that she was dating an elite businessman as well?

Kelce proved as much as Tuesday when it was revealed that he was part of a group who bought into the legendary Alpine Formula 1 team.

Travis Kelce Issues Statement On Purchasing Stake In Formula 1 Team

Kelce joined several other superstars, including teammate Patrick Mahomes and golf superstar Rory McIlroy, in taking up a stake in the team.

“I am thrilled to lead an investor group and join forces with Patrick and the team at Otro Capital on this exciting venture with Alpine F1. Our shared passion for excellence and innovation forms the cornerstone of this partnership,” Kelce said in a statement regarding the move. “It’s about being able to contribute to a sport that demands precision, teamwork, and relentless pursuit of success. I am looking forward to this new chapter and can’t wait to see what we achieve together.”

Mahomes also spoke out about the move.

“I’ve always had a passion for all sports. The opportunity to lead an investor group with Travis in Alpine F1 alongside Otro Capital was one I couldn’t pass up,” he said. “It’s an exciting time for the sport and this is an opportunity to bring our shared values to the world stage. I’m looking forward to being a part of its growth.”

Kelce and Mahomes aren’t the first celebs to invest in the French team. In fact, they’re far from it. Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney and Michael B. Jordan bought into the team in June.

Alpine entered the Formula 1 grid in 1977 under the Renault name. It won both the drivers and constructors championships in 2005 and 2006 with star driver Fernando Alonso.

The additions of Kelce and Mahomes should only serve to help grow the team’s already massive brand.