The FIA has officially acknowledged that the decision to give Max Verstappen a reprimand for impeding incidents during Singapore qualifying was an error. The revelation sheds light on the controversy that unfolded and raises questions about the consistency of stewardship in Formula 1. Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen found himself at the centre of three
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At the Japanese Grand Prix, Alpine driver Pierre Gasly openly expressed his dissent over the team’s management decision to instruct him to concede a position and a championship point. Despite earlier claims of camaraderie with his teammate, Esteban Ocon, Gasly found himself at odds with Alpine’s race strategy during a crucial moment in Suzuka. Gasly,
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Earlier this year, Alpine made a request to the FIA for dispensation to address what they perceived as a performance gap between their Renault power unit and the power units of their rivals, Mercedes, Ferrari, and Honda RBPT. However, their request was denied by the governing body. When asked if Alpine’s lacklustre performance at the
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As the Formula 1 paddock descends upon the Temple of Speed for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, Alpine’s Pierre Gasly has raised doubts about Max Verstappen’s ability to continue Red Bull’s unblemished record in 2023. However, Verstappen remains confident in his team’s performance and anticipates a tougher challenge in Singapore. Verstappen, currently leading the
MoreA series of dramatic twists unfolded at the Dutch Grand Prix, with Pierre Gasly emerging as a central figure in a penalty saga that ultimately propelled him to the podium, clinching a third-place finish. Gasly’s journey from initial frustration to triumphant celebration painted a vivid picture of the chaotic and rain-soaked race. The race’s narrative
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Former F1 driver, Karun Chandhok, has analysed Alpine’s internal woes and thinks the team may well leave the sport. There has been a recent overhaul in senior personnel at the Enstone-based outfit. Team principal Otmar Szafnauer, technical director, Pat Fry, and sporting director, Alan Permane all left the team. Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi was moved
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As Formula 1 enters its summer hiatus, drivers are taking advantage of the much-needed break to unwind, recharge, and indulge in some well-deserved leisure activities. After a strenuous period of races and intense competition, F1 drivers are utilising the downtime to pursue various interests, from luxurious getaways to lively festivals. Here’s a glimpse into how
MorePierre Gasly’s manager has admitted that Alpine’s current performance isn’t what “we expected” after moving from AlphaTauri, with the French side currently being sixth in the pecking order. Following the conclusion of the first half of 2023, Alpine sit comfortably in sixth in the Constructors’ Championship, with the side being somewhat in no man’s land.
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Alpine’s Pierre Gasly has revealed his desire to take on a new challenge within the French team—competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans during the mid-season break. Alpine is set to enter the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship from 2024, making Gasly’s dream of participating in the world-famous endurance race a distinct
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Alpine team boss, Otmar Szafnauer, has denied that he may be set to lose his job after a disastrous showing for his team at the Hungarian GP. A crash took Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly out of the race at the Hungaroring, with both receiving DNF results. This comes hot on the heels of the
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