P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon are both currently driving the worst car on the grid, with Alpine having encountered problems with its new concept.
Pierre Gasly has admitted that Alpine’s new concept is underperforming, placing the team at the bottom of the ranking, far from their initial expectations. The team’s bold move with the A524 has not paid off as the car is heavy and lacks power, following their sixth-place finish in the 2023 constructors’ championship. With China hosting the upcoming fifth round of the championship and Alpine yet to score a point, the team faces a dire situation. Gasly acknowledges that a major breakthrough is needed to reverse their luck, stating that incremental progress in each race can lead to potential point-scoring opportunities. Esteban Ocon has also voiced concerns about the faults in the A524, highlighting the need for improvement across all areas rather than isolated weaknesses or strengths. Ocon emphasizes the importance of continuous efforts to overcome the current average performance of the car and strive for better results.
