P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Alpine is undecided on who should partner Pierre Gasly in 2026 – so Paul Aron’s Monza FP1 outing was a timely F1 audition. Judging that appearance in isolation, you can at least see why he’s in contention for now
Alpine is still deciding on Pierre Gasly’s partner for the next Formula 1 season, with Paul Aron’s appearance at the Italian Grand Prix practice serving as a timely audition. Aron, a test and reserve driver for Alpine, is a strong contender for a race seat next year, especially if Franco Colapinto does not continue long-term. Despite testing for Alpine and participating in practice sessions for Sauber, Aron remains a bit of a mystery compared to the other potential drivers. Although Aron showed promise at Monza, being slightly slower than Gasly and having a spin, his performance was solid overall. While not as eye-catching as some debuts, Aron’s consistent showing and potential for improvement could make him a viable choice for Alpine.
