Pierre Gasly at Alpine : “I feel like I’m taking flight”

During a virtual round table with some French media including AUTOhebdo, the Norman explained the reasons for his departure from the Red Bull fold and why he did not hesitate for a second to seize the opportunity Alpine, while of course discussing his future relationship with Esteban Ocon, his future teammate.

Published on 08/10/2022 à 05:07

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Pierre Gasly at Alpine : “I feel like I’m taking flight”

Pierre Gasly, new driver Alpine. © Antonin Vincent / DPPI

Pierre, why did you decide to join Alpine ?

First of all, it's a real career choice and an extremely exciting transition. I close a nine-year chapter with Red Bull. There has been quite a bit of success, with my victories acquired in promotion formulas, then the five years in F1 with Monza, the podiums and also the passage through Red Bull. It's a chapter that closes and a new adventure that begins. By joining Alpine, I feel like I'm taking off on my own, after so many moments spent in the Red Bull house. It’s an adventure that I really want. I strongly believe in their project. I thought a lot about my future, everything doesn't happen overnight obviously. What motivated me was the progression of Renault/Alpine ces trois dernières années. La manière dont ils évoluent, leur perf