P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon was never likely to be a long-term pairing at Alpine given their troubled relationship. And it’s the driver who’d been there since 2020 who’s been squeezed out
When Pierre Gasly first drove an Alpine Formula 1 car in the post-season Abu Dhabi test in 2022, he was delighted with the experience. However, the reality of life with Alpine has not quite lived up to that promising start, despite his initial positive comments on its potential. Alpine made a significant investment to bring Gasly on board, leading to a fascinating scenario with his future at the team. Gasly’s relationship with teammate Esteban Ocon has seen its share of challenges, but has generally been handled in a professional manner. Gasly’s dedication to his work and team dynamic has been pivotal in securing his place at Alpine for the foreseeable future, despite recent performance struggles. Gasly remains optimistic that with the team’s continued efforts and his own relentless drive, they will overcome their current difficulties and achieve success together.
