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Alpine has endured a difficult start to the 2024 Formula 1 season as it has been located at the rear of the grid at the opening two rounds of the campaign.
Pierre Gasly stated that Alpine doesn’t intend to replicate McLaren’s impressive progress in the previous Formula 1 season. McLaren’s remarkable upgrades last year propelled them from the back of the field to scoring nine podiums. Despite Alpine’s struggles this year, Gasly acknowledges McLaren’s work but does not see it as the team’s main objective. Alpine recognizes the need for improvement on its lackluster car, primarily in traction issues. Gasly views McLaren’s success as motivating but emphasizes Alpine’s goal of catching up to the top teams in the championship. The team aims to eventually compete at the front of the field.
