Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly from Alpine are optimistic as they prepare for the Miami Sprint. Both drivers will start in the top 10 at the Miami International Autodrome, marking an encouraging moment for the team this season.
Alpine Duo Secures Top 10 Starts
- Franco Colapinto will start from P8.
- Pierre Gasly will begin the race at P10.
- This is the first time both Alpine cars have reached the top 10 this season.
Colapinto matched his best qualifying performance, highlighting a remarkable improvement for Alpine. Overcoming issues with his A526 during practice, he expressed his satisfaction with the progress the team has made. “I’m happy because we turned around something that was quite tough,” Colapinto stated. He emphasized how well the team has adapted, noting their understanding of the car’s pace has improved significantly.
Team Performance and Challenges
The team’s joint fifth position in the Constructors’ Championship reflects their efforts, especially since Gasly has finished in the points at three races this season. Despite this, they have secured only one double-points finish, which occurred at the Chinese Grand Prix.
- Current position in the Teams’ standings: joint fifth.
- Points scored by Pierre Gasly in the last three Grands Prix.
Gasly expressed concerns about his performance ahead of the Sprint. He reported experiencing excessive wheelspin, which may impact his racing. “Not really good because it has been very difficult since this morning,” he said. While happy to have both cars in the top 10, he believes there’s significant potential yet to be unlocked.
Looking Ahead to the Race
As the Miami Sprint approaches, both Alpine drivers are focusing on their performance. With upgrades introduced and insights gained from previous races, they remain committed to improving their results. The optimism within the team hints at a promising weekend ahead.
