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The Alpine Formula 1 team’s double Q1 elimination in Bahrain didn’t come as a shock to Pierre Gasly, who has
Alpine decided to revamp the design of its A524 car due to reaching a development ceiling and slipping to sixth place in the Constructors’ standings last season. The team anticipated a slow start to the new season as they seek to comprehend the revised package of the latest challenger. After a lackluster performance in pre-season testing, Alpine found themselves at the back row of the grid for the season opener. Despite expectations of struggles, driver Gasly expressed disappointment over missed opportunities due to compromised out-lap. The team is focused on improving and patiently waiting for upgrades to enhance performance. Gasly highlighted the need for progress in various areas while acknowledging the positive developments happening within the team. Although facing challenges with finding the ideal car balance, he remains optimistic about the impact of future upgrades.
