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The relationship between Alpine and Esteban Ocon took another hit after both sides criticized each other over a team order late in the Canadian Grand Prix. Ocon was running in eighth place with fou…
The relationship between Alpine and Esteban Ocon soured further after criticisms were exchanged regarding a team order during the Canadian Grand Prix. Ocon was instructed to let teammate Pierre Gasly pass to challenge Daniel Ricciardo but did so too late, costing him performance. Despite crossing the line just ahead of Nico Hulkenberg, Alpine deemed it too risky to switch positions back. Ocon expressed frustration, feeling unfairly treated and questioning the team’s decisions. He emphasized following team orders but criticized Alpine’s actions during the race and in previous instances.
