Esteban Ocon has hit back at Fernando Alonso’s recent comments, claiming he has done ‘98%’ of his work at the Alpine F1 team.
The two seemed to get along well at the Alpine F1 Team, but Fernando Alonso has made public appearances to both the Alpine F1 Team and Esteban Ocon in the last few races of his looming move to Aston Martin F1 in 2023. became critical.
“I was disappointed by his comments in the press, not internally, of course,” said Esteban Ocon.
“We didn’t have any conversations about it and I will continue to hold him in high regard. it’s a good thing”
“Honestly, I did 98% of the work and he did 2%. I was working too hard. I was doing everything related to development, marketing in the simulator. rice field…”
Ultimately, Alpine F1 Team finished fourth in this year’s Constructors’ Championship, with Esteban Ocon saying he was impressed with the “very aggressive” development.
In 2023, Pierre Gasly joins from the Red Bull family to replace Fernando Alonso.
“We’ve known each other well for a few years now,” said Esteban Ocon, who reportedly had a feud with Pierre Gasly.
“The first time he drove a karting it was mine. Then we dreamed together, got into F1 and made it.”
Esteban Ocon, 26, says he plans to enjoy the winter offseason to be discreet and cautious.
“I’m the driver who thinks the most before doing something dangerous,” admitted Esteban Ocon.
“I know what lies ahead and that people are working hard to give us a chance. I’m not going to ruin it.”
Category: F1 / Esteban Ocon / Fernando Alonso / Alpine