P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ocon: Visor tear-off cost likely points finish to Alpine F1 team
Esteban Ocon encountered issues during the race at Melbourne, with a tear-off getting stuck in his brake duct, resulting in overheating and necessitating an early second pit stop. He was originally in contention for points, but the brake temperature problem compromised his race strategy. Despite the setbacks, Ocon expressed satisfaction with the progress and performance of the Alpine team throughout the weekend. He acknowledged the improved handling of the car in Melbourne, indicating a step forward in understanding how to set up the challenging A524. Overall, Ocon views the race in Melbourne as a positive development in the right direction for Alpine.
