Oscar Piastri’s impressive rookie F1 season was the “best example” of what a young driver can achieve with the right preparation ahead of their grand prix debut, AlphaTauri’s CEO believes.
Red Bull’s sister team, AlphaTauri, is shifting focus from being a training ground for junior drivers to delivering better results. For the 2024 season rebrand, AlphaTauri will have Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda as drivers. Oscar Piastri’s successful transition to F1 has inspired AlphaTauri to prioritize extra testing time for their young drivers, including Liam Lawson, Isack Hadjar, and Ayumu Iwasa. AlphaTauri acknowledges the need for support and coaching for rookies to adapt to modern F1 machinery. An experienced driver like Ricciardo provides a smooth flow of information and feedback, while younger drivers require constant guidance.
