Though Alpine has yet to confirm Oscar Piastri as teammate to Esteban Ocon, we do at least know that the youngster will make his FP1 debut with the French team at Spa... or possibly Monza. Despite saying only last week that remaining with Alpine was his 'priority', yesterday, on announcing his move to Aston Martin, Fernando Alonso was uttering the usual platitudes in terms of 'commitment', 'excitement', 'ambition', 'passion' and 'desire'. However, those expecting Alpine to follow the announcement with one of its own, confirming Oscar Piastri as teammate to Esteban Ocon, were to be left disappointed. As a result, with the team about to go into the mandatory two week hiatus, it is likely...
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