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Esteban Ocon admits that Alpine is braced for the worst-case scenario heading into the Bahrain Grand Prix after the team
Alpine has made the decision to completely revamp its design concept for this season after facing a development roadblock in the previous term, resulting in a drop to sixth place in the standings. Both drivers were aware before testing the A524 that Alpine might face a slow start to the season as they try to comprehend the new package. During pre-season testing in Bahrain, Esteban Ocon and teammate Pierre Gasly found themselves in 16th and 17th positions, indicating a challenging start for the team. Despite the difficulties, Ocon remains determined to perform at his best regardless of the team’s current position. Alpine Team Principal Bruno Famin remains optimistic that the team can turn its situation around by addressing specific issues like excess weight and lack of downforce on the A524 machine. Ocon acknowledges the challenges ahead but is confident in the team’s ability to overcome them through continuous development of the car.
