P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pierre Gasly is the only driver not to sustain any damage costs in the 2024 season thus far.
Pierre Gasly is proud of his unique F1 record in 2024 of sustaining no crash damage, which he believes benefits his Alpine team. As the only driver on the grid who hasn’t incurred damage this season, he has kept this streak going through 21 of 24 rounds with Las Vegas coming up for round 22. Despite racing in the competitive midfield, Gasly has managed to keep his record clean, emphasizing its importance in terms of team budget under the budget cap regulations. He humorously mentioned that it makes it easier to insure his car back home but acknowledged the financial impact on the team’s development and resources. Gasly expressed his commitment to maintaining the record until the end of the season while understanding the challenges of racing at the limit and avoiding mistakes. The discussions within the team about the implications of the budget cap highlight the strategic importance of keeping a clean record throughout the season.
