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Pierre Gasly recalled how his ‘personal relationship’ with Esteban Ocon helped prepare the Alpine duo for a fairytale double podium in the Formula 1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly had an impressive performance at the Sau Paulo GP at Interlagos. Despite starting in fourth and 13th positions, they both excelled in the wet conditions. A timely red flag allowed them to change tires and climb to first and third places. Ocon ultimately finished second behind Max Verstappen, reminiscing about their early days racing together in go-karts. Their success marked a reconciliation of their friendship after years of on-track rivalry. Alpine’s double-podium finish at Interlagos significantly boosted their points tally for the season and elevated them to sixth in the Constructors’ standings. It was a historic achievement for the team, considering their challenging journey since their last double podium in 2013.
