Before the Turkish GP, the midfield battle led by McLaren and Ferrari, other competitors come into play. While the points are a long way off, teams like Alpine and AlphaTauri have challenged the two rivals. Fernando Alonso, who took part in such major battles, shared his insights into the tightening midfield and the competitiveness of cars.
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Comparing his Alpine machine to the other teams, Alonso found that AlphaTauri was very influential. “AlphaTauri is clearly faster than us with Gasly. Even faster than Ferrari, I would say. ”Pierre Gasly consistently led the team into Q3 on Saturday; he almost always qualified P6. In contrast, Ferrari has spent its days trying to make a Q3 appearance.
Formula 1 F1 – Italian Grand Prix – Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy – September 10, 2021 AlphaTauris Yuki Tsunoda with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and drivers during qualifying REUTERS / Jennifer Lorenzini
Ferrari and AlphaTauri have often challenged each other this season; However, the experience of the Italian team is reflected louder on the designer board.
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Although Alpine is currently number 5 on the charts, Alonso has often referred to it as the seventh fastest car. “Aston Martin is a little faster depending on the track. So we have the sixth or seventh fastest car. “
However, this does not prevent Ocon and Alonso from collecting points. “Still, we score every Sunday. That can only mean that the team gives its best in the race. “
Fernando Alonso praises the Alpine team
Although Ferrari and Alpha Tauri have the faster car, you rarely hear of strategic problems at Alpine. The double champion and his team-mate Esteban Ocon drove their car to the zenith to get the points that placed them in midfield.
Alonso revealed what brings these results. “The preparation is good. No mistakes – with the drivers, with the strategists, with the pit stops, with the choice of tires. “
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Formula 1 F1 – Turkish Grand Prix – Intercity Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – October 7, 2021 Alpine Fernando Alonso with team members before the Turkish Grand Prix REUTERS / Murad Sezer
However, the commitment grows from many years of unsuccessful results. Alonso said, “Difficulties make you grow faster.” As the Enstone team continues to grow, the 2022 season hits the reset button.
Still, the Spaniard has great expectations of his team. “Cross your fingers for a competitive car to roll out of the factory in 2022. That’s just missing. ”
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As Alonso continues to dominate the tracks with his championship, a competent car will only bring Alpine further up the next season.
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