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Esteban Ocon has admitted he is prepared for a slow beginning to the 2024 Formula 1 season as his Alpine
it’s because we believed that it could bring us improvements in terms of performance and handling. We wanted to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of what we can achieve with our car. While there is a possibility of taking a step back initially, we are optimistic that we can make progress throughout the season as we gather more data and feedback. Our main focus is on understanding the car and its potential, making necessary adjustments, and bringing updates to improve its overall performance. We acknowledge that it might take time to fully unlock the car’s potential, but our goal is to be competitive and challenge for better positions in the mid-season.