Overview
- Alpine announced the extension on Saturday before the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, confirming Gasly for the team through 2028.
- Executive advisor Flavio Briatore said Alpine is prepared for Formula 1’s new era beginning in 2026 and now has its lead driver confirmed.
- The second race seat remains unresolved after Jack Doohan was replaced by Franco Colapinto following the sixth round, with neither scoring a point this season.
- Reserve driver Paul Aron is being discussed in media as a potential option if Alpine decides to change its lineup.
- Gasly, who joined in 2023, has five career podiums and a 2025 best of sixth at Silverstone, and he voiced pride in a long‑term commitment to a French team.