Esteban Ocon on the platform in his name: “A dream come true”

The French Grand Prix Formula 1, from July 22 to 24, will have a platform “ Esteban Ocon » for the next round at Castellet. Fans of the French pilot from Alpine will be able to find themselves in these stands bearing the image of the Norman. The grandstand will be located at the entrance to the Pont bend, before the starting straight. Those who take their place in this stand will be able to benefit from “bonuses”. Esteban Ocon will meet the supporters present and official goodies from the driver will be distributed. Having his own stand is obviously a source of great pride for the French pilot.

“There's nothing like racing in your own country and seeing the passion of the local fans as you arrive at the circuit, or in the stands as you drive past. I will also have my own platform this weekend, which is a first for me and a dream come true,” admits the Frenchman.

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“I know that the atmosphere will be incredible in the Esteban Ocon Grandstand and throughout the circuit during a sold-out race weekend, He added. It's always special to come back to Le Castellet, a track that we all know well. It is a circuit famous for its mix of high-speed straights and demanding sequences of low- and mid-speed corners. »

“The low-speed section leading to the Mistral Straight is tight and requires a flexible car setup. Then you have the faster and more technical section of Signes until the last corner which is quite demanding on the tires. Qualifying is important here and it will be essential to prepare well for Saturday afternoon. I enjoyed the days off after Austria, but I'm ready to get back on the A522 and start my Grand Prix weekend at home. »

Esteban Ocon remains in fifth place from the Austrian Grand Prix.