P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Alpine had its best weekend in F1 of the season with a two-three result at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Alpine boss Oliver Oakes had to mediate a tense situation between drivers Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly during the Brazil race. Ocon and Gasly benefited from not stopping for fresh intermediate tires under heavy rain, allowing them to exchange tires during the red flag for free. Despite being passed by Max Verstappen for the win, Ocon led Gasly to a two-three finish, earning Alpine 33 points and moving them up to sixth in the constructors’ standings, potentially worth up to $20 million. An incident in the pit lane involving Ocon passing Gasly led Oakes to intervene, though ultimately it was resolved without issue. Oakes acknowledged the competitiveness between drivers but emphasized the importance of each driver fighting for their position without lingering conflicts. The team still needed to address the situation to ensure clear communication and understanding among team members.
