Alpine F1 Driver Gasly Looks Past Struggles, Keen on Sainz.

Alpine Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly is optimistic about the team's ability to overcome their current struggles and expresses interest in racing alongside Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz. Gasly believes Sainz is the most competitive option available. Alpine, owned by Renault SA, recently signed a new contract with Gasly, while his current teammate Esteban Ocon will be leaving the team. Despite Alpine's disappointing performance this season, Gasly remains confident in the team's progress and dismisses speculation about a potential sale. Gasly also mentions the hiring of Flavio Briatore as an executive adviser and expresses his shared ambition with Briatore to see Alpine succeed. Additionally, Gasly expresses a preference for the fastest engine available when discussing a possible engine deal. [Extracted from the article]