Esteban Ocon Bids Emotional Farewell to Alpine Following Unexpected Exit
Esteban Ocon has spoken publicly for the first time since his abrupt departure from Alpine, expressing his disappointment at the circumstances surrounding his exit. In a heartfelt statement shared alongside images of a special farewell helmet, Ocon addressed the Alpine team and fans, acknowledging that this was not how he envisioned saying goodbye.
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“To the hundreds of hard-working men and women at Enstone and Viry, I apologise that I will not be able to come see you in person and have a proper farewell,” Ocon wrote. “As you know, the plan was always to race one last time this weekend and personally say goodbye to you all next week. I was looking forward to both of those things.”
The French driver, who has been a part of Alpine’s journey in Formula 1 since 2021, expressed regret over the sudden nature of his departure. “This is not how I wanted things to end,” he admitted.
Despite the circumstances, Ocon remained optimistic, highlighting the close-knit nature of the Formula 1 community. “That said, the world of F1 is small, and I am sure I will see many of you again soon,” he added, showing his gratitude and hope for future interactions with the team.
Ocon also took a moment to extend his best wishes to Jack Doohan, Alpine’s young driver who will step into the spotlight at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. “I would also like to wish nothing but great things to my friend Jack as he takes this next big step in his career,” Ocon wrote.
The sudden departure has left fans and insiders speculating about the reasons behind the abrupt shift, though no official explanation has been given. As Ocon closes this chapter of his career, his words reflect the deep connection he shares with the Alpine family and his unwavering sportsmanship.
Ocon’s next steps in Formula 1 remain uncertain, but his departure serves as a reminder of the unpredictable and fast-moving nature of the sport.
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