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Paul Aron will step back into Formula 1 machinery in FP1 at the Italian Grand Prix, this time with Alpine. This will mark the Estonian’s third FP1 opportunity, following his first two in Silverstone and Hungary.
Paul Aron will participate in the FP1 session at the Italian Grand Prix this weekend, driving for the Alpine team.
This will be his third official F1 practice session, having previously driven at Silverstone and the Hungaroring in 2025.
Currently, Aron serves as one of Alpine’s reserve and test drivers.
Although he had been on loan to Sauber for his previous FP1 outings, the Italian GP will be his first time driving for Alpine.
Aron became Alpine’s reserve driver after a successful season in Formula 2, where he was a title contender.
Despite not racing in 2025, Aron is actively involved with Alpine, contributing through sim work in Enstone and reserve driver duties at the track.
