Pierre Laboisse, President and CEO of Aledia, a leader in nanowire-based MicroLED technologies for the displays of tomorrow gasly enter the world of football as new partner-owner of Versailles. The French third category team, therefore, will have a new member. We are talking about the Alpine driver who, after a not entirely great start to the season, has chosen to try his hand at a new adventure within the world of football.
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To report the reached between the parties is the same Versailles club, which currently plays in 10th place in the French third division: “FC Versailles is proud to welcome Pierre Gasly, French Formula 1 driver, as third partner-owner. Pierre's decision to invest in FC Versailles testifies to his desire to commit to a long-term development project for the club and contribute to its success. Being an accomplished high level athlete, he will bring all the knowledge he has in terms of sporting performance. His visibility in France and internationally will also strengthen the club's influence. Our common ambition is to structure and develop a new professional football team in Île-de-France, 100% French. A family club, disruptive and whose main success strategy is oriented towards learning and talent development."
Gasly partner-owner of Versailles: “I'm really happy with this new adventure”
A great joy also certified by the words of Gasly himself who, ready to enter the world of football as a member-owner of Versailles, commented: "I am happy to collaborate with FC Versailles because I've always wanted to get involved in professional football. With Alexandre & Fabien we share values, ambition and a strong competitive spirit which will allow us to develop the club positively. This is the beginning of a very beautiful story. Go to Versailles!”. The Frenchman took advantage of the week of F1's break to be able to announce his new investment in the world of sport, before returning to the track this weekend with the Australian GP.
