Pierre Gasly reflects on Red Bull exit, eyes future talks with Helmut Marko

The French driver, swiftly promoted from Toro Rosso to Red Bull Racing in 2019, faced a mid-season demotion to AlphaTauri due to performance struggles against teammate Max Verstappen.

In a recent interview on the Beyond the Grid podcast, Gasly revealed his desire for a conversation with Red Bull advisor Marko, stating, "No, I hope one day we get the chance to [talk]. But I know, deep inside, they're smart people. It's the way that it was, that wasn't really fair. But that's the sport and I've learned as well that this sport is not always fair."

Despite the challenges, Gasly emphasized closing that chapter upon joining Alpine, where he's found a better fit. "I think I've reached a level of experience, skills, and mindfulness right now, which, thanks to my previous experiences, allows me to be better today than I was yesterday," he remarked.

While Alpine have faced difficulties in the current season, Gasly commended the team for understanding his needs and creating an environment that allows him to thrive. "I feel the team managed to understand my needs and understand that, to extract the maximum of Pierre Gasly, you need to give him a certain space and freedom," he said.

Discussing his focus and desire to excel, Gasly added, "I've worked all my life to be the best in Formula 1, and that's all I want. But there's this sort of freedom which the team understood I need, and we really managed to create this environment around me to extract the maximum of myself in the car."

As Gasly navigates his season with Alpine, he remains optimistic about the team's ability to harness his potential both on and off the track. Looking ahead to the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 16-18, Gasly anticipates the challenge of the 14-turn street circuit, where top speeds are expected to rival Monza.

In the dynamic world of Formula 1, Gasly's journey, marked by resilience and self-discovery, continues to unfold as he strives for excellence with Alpine.

 

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