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Ocon: Tough love from de Meo address has fired up Alpine F1 team
Alpine aimed to secure fourth place in the 2023 constructors’ standings and close the gap to Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes, but currently stands in sixth place behind Aston Martin and McLaren. Key team members, including team boss Otmar Szafnauer, sporting director Alan Permane, and CEO Laurent Rossi, have left amidst disagreements over the team’s progress. Alpine has sought support from other teams to address the performance deficit of its engine. Renault boss de Meo recently visited the Enstone factory to motivate the team and provide clarity on areas that need improvement. Despite the challenges, driver Esteban Ocon believes Alpine is on the right path to success and appreciates the boss’s involvement. Pierre Gasly’s podium finishes in the Belgian and Dutch Grands Prix, as well as double points in Japan, have been highlights for the team. Overall, the entry of Andretti into Formula 1 is seen as a positive development by Lewis Hamilton.
Source: motorsport
