Pierre Gasly has had an eventful 2022. Recently, it was announced that the Frenchman is going to be racing for Alpine from 2023 onwards. However, amongst all of this professional business, Gasly found some time to do something he enjoys with a special friend.
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It is no secret that Pierre Gasly is a massive Paris Saint Germain fan. He was spotted enjoying the game between PSG and OM last night with TikTok influencer Khaby Lame. How do we know? Well, Formula 1 fan pages were quick to share glimpses of the duo at PSG’s home stadium.
Khaby Lame is no outsider to the Formula 1 paddock. He has been a guest at a few GPs now. Hence, it should not come as a surprise that he struck a few friendships with Formula 1 drivers.
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As it appears, he was enjoying an enthralling game of football with his Pierre Gasly last night.
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Gasly was able to afford a night out before the US Grand Prix this weekend. However, he has his work cut out over the winter break. It’s not a secret anymore, the Gasman will be partnering with Esteban Ocon at Alpine in 2023. A former F1 star believes that Gasly has what it takes to carve a niche out for himself at the French team.
Mark Webber believes that Pierre Gasly will “flourish” at Alpine
Alpine has finally announced that Pierre Gasly will be replacing the out-going Fernando Alonso. However, with his track record with to-be teammate Ocon and the fact that he is leaving the Red Bull family in F1 for the first time, this move could be an uphill task for him. But Mark Webber feels that the Alpine move could be something huge for the Frenchman.
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While speaking to Channel 4 Webber said, “I like Pierre, he’s a good young lad. He’s been at Red Bull for a long time, he could flourish in a new environment.”
He continued, “Obviously this is a French brand and Pierre locally will be great for them. So I think he could be a cracking little signing.”
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Will Gasly establish himself at Alpine and muster their charge to the top of F1 once again?