Why Gasly feels ‘ready for my time’ in F1

Pierre Gasly has opened up about his three-year tenure at Alpine, acknowledging the team's struggles but expressing profound optimism for their future. Despite challenging seasons and managerial changes, Gasly believes Alpine is poised for a significant turnaround. His confidence stems from the team's strategic decision to heavily invest in the 2026 regulations, including a crucial switch to Mercedes power units, and new leadership under Flavio Briatore and Steve Nielsen. Gasly, who has already experienced podium finishes with Alpine, feels the team possesses all the necessary ingredients to return to the sharp end of the grid. He is eager to fight for wins and believes 2026 presents Alpine's best chance to achieve top contention, driven by a united team spirit.