In a tale of contrasting fortunes, French driver Pierre Gasly experienced a significant shift in his performance, going from earning his first podium with his new team at Zandvoort to a challenging race at Monza. Alongside his teammate Esteban Ocon, they found themselves finishing almost a lap down and outside the points.
Gasly openly acknowledged that Alpine had anticipated a tough weekend at Monza due to the circuit’s characteristics, which did not align with the strengths of their A523 car. This challenge has highlighted the need for the team to develop a more well-rounded car for the upcoming season.
