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Alpine boss Bruno Famin has asserted that Esteban Ocon will receive equal treatment across the remainder of the 2024 Formula 1 season despite his impending exit. Ocon was vexed at the Canadian Grand Prix over not being returned ninth place when he’d given up a spot to allow team-mate Pierre Gasly to pursue Daniel Ricciardo. […]
Ocon expressed his frustration at the Canadian Grand Prix for not regaining ninth place after conceding a position to allow Gasly to chase Ricciardo. Tensions within the Enstone-based team escalated following the Monaco incident where Ocon was criticized for colliding with Gasly on the first lap. Despite Ocon’s upcoming departure from Alpine, Famin assured that his prospects are not affected and that he continues to have the team’s support. Famin emphasized the importance of teamwork and stated that both Ocon and Gasly are on equal footing, with the team’s interests coming first. Alpine’s recent success, with both cars finishing in the points for the first time this season, has helped propel the team to eighth place in the standings. Famin highlighted the need for unity within the team as they aim to further advance in the championship.
