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Gasly has "ideas" on why AlphaTauri outperformed Alpine in Mexico GP
AlphaTauri’s Pierre Gasly expressed disappointment with the performance of the car during qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix, noting that the team is not competitive compared to their usual rivals. Gasly suggested that there are a few obvious factors that are affecting their performance, particularly in Sector 1. Although he did not elaborate on these factors, AlphaTauri’s chief race engineer, Jonathan Eddolls, confirmed that the team has a special approach to the Mexico City circuit and that their car’s mechanical setup is well-suited for the track’s characteristics. Eddolls also highlighted the effectiveness of the Honda power unit at the high altitude of the Mexican race. Despite the challenges, Eddolls remains confident that Daniel Ricciardo, their driver, can have a strong performance in the race, especially in the corners where the car’s speed is competitive.
Source: motorsport
