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Ex-Haas boss Guenther Steiner has told Alpine to target the “best driver” possible to replace Esteban Ocon for the 2025 Formula 1 season and not Mick Schumacher. Alpine is guaranteed to have at least one new driver in its line-up next season amid the announcement that Esteban Ocon will depart at the end of the […]
Alpine will see a new driver in its line-up next season with Esteban Ocon set to leave after the current season. Michael Schumacher, who races for Alpine in the World Endurance Championship, is being considered as a possible contender. Haas’ team principal, Guenther Steiner, recommended prioritizing top F1 drivers like Carlos Sainz for the Alpine seat. Despite past clashes between Ocon and teammate Pierre Gasly, Steiner emphasized the importance of mutual respect between teammates. The speculation around Ocon’s future with Alpine intensified after the Monaco incident, but Steiner defended Ocon’s reputation amid the ongoing rumors of a potential move to Haas.
