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The Frenchman recorded a first lap DNF in Jeddah after gearbox trouble on his Alpine.
During the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly retired due to a loss of gear synchronisation, as he revealed. Following a disappointing qualifying where he did not advance from Q1, Gasl lined up in 18th position. He indicated a potential gearbox issue during the formation lap and was forced to retire on the first lap. Gasly’s retirement in Saudi Arabia came after finishing 18th in Bahrain, leaving him last in the Drivers’ standings after two rounds. Despite Gasly’s struggles, his Alpine teammate Ocon finished 13th, continuing the team’s challenging start to the season. Gasly expressed disappointment for the team’s difficult period but praised the team’s efforts to improve and remain positive amidst the setbacks.
