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Mercedes chief Toto Wolff says the team is exploring remedies for George Russell after FIA stewards reversed Pierre Gasly’s Monaco penalty and reinstated Gasly, though Russell’s drive-through penalty remains and an actual appeal is unlikely. The Monaco decision, tied to a pit-lane timing error, has the team reassessing timing/regulatory options while learning from the incident to prevent repeats in the future.
Pierre Gasly says he was robbed of a Monaco Grand Prix podium after Alpine received two five-second penalties for pitlane speeding, dropping him from third to seventh; Alpine plans to appeal the penalties.
Max Verstappen endured a tough Japanese Grand Prix, spending much of the race in battles with Alpine's Pierre Gasly, who overtook him on the start/finish straight after Verstappen ran out of battery under the sport's tighter energy-regulation rules; Verstappen then waved to Gasly as he passed, with Gasly finishing seventh as Alpine kicked off the year strongly, while Verstappen remained unhappy with the regulations.
Pierre Gasly is optimistic about Alpine's future, citing recent management stability, a focus on 2026 regulations, and a new Mercedes engine as key factors. He is confident that the team can return to the front and is eager to fight for wins with a competitive car, reflecting his readiness for a successful phase in his F1 career.
Alpine's 2025 F1 season was challenging, with their best result being Pierre Gasly's 6th place at Silverstone. The team faced several setbacks, including driver changes and internal upheaval, but focused on future success with new regulations in 2026, maintaining their driver lineup and switching to Mercedes power units. Gasly's performances and team unity were highlights, despite a tough year overall.
The article provides an in-depth look into Pierre Gasly's life outside of racing, including his background, struggles, personal relationships, and his journey through Formula 1, highlighting his resilience and ambitions with Alpine.
Pierre Gasly dismisses rumors linking Valtteri Bottas to Alpine as 'a lot of noise,' emphasizing the team's focus on current work and development amidst a tough season, with an eye on future improvements.
Alpine F1 has announced that it will part ways with driver Esteban Ocon at the end of the 2024 season, a move that was widely expected. The decision is not a direct consequence of Ocon's clash with teammate Pierre Gasly at the Monaco Grand Prix, but it did solidify the team's stance. Alpine is now exploring options for Ocon's replacement, while Ocon himself is in talks with other teams like Haas and Williams. The split underscores the unsustainable nature of the Ocon-Gasly pairing, which has been fraught with tension since their karting days.
Esteban Ocon will leave Alpine F1 after the 2024 season, following a controversial collision with teammate Pierre Gasly at the Monaco Grand Prix. While the decision isn't solely based on the incident, it influenced the outcome. Ocon, who has been with the team since 2020, will focus on finishing the season strong. Alpine is considering several candidates to replace him, including Jack Doohan, Mick Schumacher, and Guanyu Zhou. Ocon's future options include potential moves to Haas or Sauber/Audi.
Alpine F1 boss Bruno Famin has criticized Esteban Ocon for his role in a collision with teammate Pierre Gasly during the Monaco Grand Prix, resulting in a grid penalty for Ocon. The incident, which occurred on the opening lap, caused significant damage to both cars and led to Ocon's retirement from the race. Famin indicated that there would be further consequences for Ocon's "overly ambitious" move. Ocon later apologized for the incident on social media.
Esteban Ocon received a five-place grid penalty and two penalty points for causing a first-lap collision with teammate Pierre Gasly at the Monaco Grand Prix. The incident, deemed "overly ambitious" by stewards, resulted in significant damage to Ocon's car, forcing his retirement from the race. Ocon apologized for the crash, acknowledging his fault and the chaotic nature of the first lap. The penalty will be applied at the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix.
Pierre Gasly reveals that talks of Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari had been ongoing for a while, and while it wasn't a complete surprise, it was kept secret for a long time. Gasly acknowledges the impact on Carlos Sainz and the driver market, but remains focused on performing at his best. The move opens up a prime Mercedes seat for 2025, with the team in no rush to decide on a replacement.
Outgoing Alpine F1 team principal, Otmar Szafnauer, expressed his concern for the future of the team's staff after completing his final weekend at Spa. Szafnauer, who will be replaced by Bruno Famin on an interim basis, hoped that the hardworking employees at Enstone and Viry would have a bright future. Despite his departure, the team had a solid weekend at Spa, with Pierre Gasly finishing third in the sprint race and Esteban Ocon charging from 14th to eighth in the main race. Szafnauer praised the team's performance and their fight with McLaren.
Charles Leclerc topped the second practice session at the Hungarian Grand Prix, followed by Lando Norris and Pierre Gasly. The session was affected by experimental tire rules, with teams having reduced tire allocations. Max Verstappen focused on long runs and ended the session in 11th place. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell also prioritized long stints on medium tires. Yuki Tsunoda finished fourth, while Sergio Perez had a difficult day after a crash in FP1.
Esteban Ocon qualified in fourth place for the Monaco Grand Prix, calling the result a "hell of a moment" for his Alpine squad, while his teammate Pierre Gasly was left "frustrated" with his Q3 performance. Ocon had a tricky car to drive in Q1 but managed to improve in Q3, finishing behind Charles Leclerc, Fernando Alonso, and Max Verstappen. Gasly, on the other hand, will start Sunday's race from seventh on the grid.