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Esteban Ocon’s actions in the Monaco Grand Prix have led to claims by some that he could be benched by the team in Canada. RacingNews365’s Samuel Coop and Jake Nichol debate the question.
Alpine’s Esteban Ocon is facing the possibility of a significant punishment from his team after his incident with teammate Pierre Gasly at Portier. There are suggestions that Ocon could be benched for the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix as a result of his reckless move. The debate within the RacingNews365 team is divided on whether Alpine should take such drastic action against Ocon. Some argue that benching Ocon would be an excessive response to his mistake and could have long-term repercussions. Despite the incident, Ocon has been a stronger driver for Alpine this season, and the team should consider retaining him rather than severing ties over one error in judgment. The situation is complicated by Ocon’s potential departure from Alpine and the limited options the team may have for a replacement driver. Ultimately, the decision on Ocon’s future with Alpine raises questions about fairness, team dynamics, and the broader implications for Formula 1.
