“I think the pass [on Piastri] was never on in that corner.“This is not a new engine.Read next: Lando Norris debunks Safety Car theory and blames McLarens ‘wrong call.yet saw their formal application to join the grid rejected in January by the sport’s commercial rights holders.“I still think that we can do a good job this year if everything works out.He added: “I had that [penalty] and then I think when the rain was coming.though none of the times were among the quickest of the season.“We were expecting to be in the mix.

Alpine attracted a number of high-profile investors last year.and more downforce in the right places.Hamilton has had an uninterrupted career since making his debut in the front-running McLaren in 2007.Verstappen was able to bring his Red Bull home in first place from Norris in a thrilling victory for the reigning World Champion.allowing Hamilton a run down the pit straight.Mercedes wants Antonelli in their car in ’26 so they want Antonelli somewhere else to be groomed to be ready for the big team.

Gap behind him two seconds to Hulkenberg.I dont know where we are the minute.“I don’t think it changes anything for me.and could likely have even been driving for Mercedes today had he chosen to do so.the circuit would grip up through Q1.saying: “I’m disappointed with myself.