Gasly hopes Japan fight provides ‘good motivation’ for Alpine

Pierre Gasly delivered an impressive performance at the Japanese Grand Prix, securing a P7 finish for Alpine after a demanding race. The Frenchman successfully defended his position against Red Bull's Max Verstappen, marking a strong midfield result that boosts team morale. Gasly emphasized that maintaining this consistent pace across different track types is a positive sign for the remainder of the season. Following a challenging start to the year, Alpine has shown significant progress, with Gasly now sitting eighth in the championship. The driver highlighted the importance of the team's current trajectory, noting that while the gap to the frontrunners remains, the strong performance in both Shanghai and Suzuka provides a solid foundation to build upon as they prepare for upcoming races.