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Alpine Team Principal Oliver Oakes said it’s “very much game on” for sixth in the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship after the Enstone-based F1 squad’s double podium in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Alpine capitalized on the wet conditions and strategic play at Interlagos, benefitting greatly from a mid-race red flag. Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly secured second and third place respectively after the restart, boosting Alpine to sixth in the Constructors’ standings with 33 points in one race. This advancement could potentially earn the team an additional $50 million in prize money. Team principal Oakes expressed his satisfaction with the result, highlighting it as a significant achievement for Enstone and Viry. Despite the sudden improvement, Oakes emphasized the need for humility and acknowledged the close competition with Haas and RB in the remaining three rounds. Reflecting on the breakthrough, Oakes emphasized the importance of enjoying the moment while staying grounded for the challenges ahead in the upcoming races. Looking ahead to the season’s conclusion with races in Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi, Oakes remained cautiously optimistic, emphasizing F1’s unpredictable nature and the need to stay focused and humble.
