While he admits it is nice to be known as France's F1 team, Laurent Rossi said Pierre Gasly's nationality had nothing to do with his hiring.
Gasly moved from AlphaTauri to Alpine this year to complete an all-French line-up at the team, joining forces with Esteban Ocon.
Naturally then, they have the potential to become the team of choice of France, which has a population of 67 million, and Rossi admitted that Alpine have noticed an increase in hometown support. “We don’t believe that anymore. I think they start to see the momentum because to get to P4 last year was big progress. We’re getting more and more of the support of the crowd. The sales are through the roof and people are constantly telling us that they love the brand. So I guess something is happening.”
France Dernières Nouvelles, France Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
Laurent Rossi believes new Alpine engine ‘in ballpark of a tenth with the best’ of F1Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi believes the team's new power unit is up there with the best in Formula 1, after a positive start with the new car.
Lire la suite »
F1 rumours: Ferrari's Laurent Mekies mulling over Alpine and FIA offersAlpine are reportedly attempting to take Laurent Mekies away from Ferrari with the long-time employee said to want out of Maranello.
Lire la suite »
F1 rumours: Laurent Mekies part of Ferrari exodus? Leclerc meets Ferrari presidentThe times are changing at Ferrari with a host of key staff said to be heading out the door or have departed already.
Lire la suite »
Laurent Rossi believes new Alpine engine ‘in ballpark of a tenth with the best’ of F1Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi believes the team's new power unit is up there with the best in Formula 1, after a positive start with the new car.
Lire la suite »
F1 rumours: Ferrari's Laurent Mekies mulling over Alpine and FIA offersAlpine are reportedly attempting to take Laurent Mekies away from Ferrari with the long-time employee said to want out of Maranello.
Lire la suite »
Ice Factor Kinlochleven closes in unpaid rent disputeKinlochleven Community Trust has started legal proceedings against Ice Factor Kinlochleven.
Lire la suite »