Esteban Ocon: “It’s amazing to be on the podium”
"What a race, guys!" Ocon said over the radio. Indeed, the two drivers were able to seize the opportunity to be on the podium at Interlagos. After a complicated season for the French team, this race is undoubtedly a boost for the team.
This is the sensation of the Brazilian weekend! Alpine drivers surprised everyone at the Interlagos circuit. The qualifications had already shown signs of a good race for Esteban Ocon. Starting in fourth position, he was solid and made the right strategic choices with his team to finish second. Leading the race for 15 laps, the Frenchman didn’t give up and achieved a good result by finishing second.
« After the tough season we went through, it’s great to be racing here. I knew that in the rain, the cars would be more equal. It’s amazing to be on the podium.
» Esteban Ocon also confirmed that the car was easier to drive in wet conditions. And the heavy rain this Sunday surely helped.
« The car was difficult to drive on the dry track. I love it when it rains here, it’s a special race.
Brazil is always a special race on the calendar and this year it was good for the French duo. The Alpine team is back in sixth place in the Constructors’ Championship, which rewards the team’s efforts to return to form after a challenging season. The one who will move to Haas next season ends 2024 beautifully.
