Pierre Gasly has reflected on his difficult spell at Red Bull, revealing that he felt completely unsupported during his time racing alongside Max Verstappen. He was the first of several drivers to struggle in the second seat, setting a pattern that would later repeat itself with others.
The Frenchman’s Red Bull stint ended abruptly, as he was replaced midway through his debut season with the senior team. That decision sent him back to the second outfit and marked the start of a longer rebuilding phase in his Formula 1 career.
Since leaving Red Bull, Gasly has gradually rebuilt his reputation and has gone on to establish himself as Alpine’s leading driver. Amid ongoing instability at the Enstone-based team, he has stood out as a consistent and reliable presence.
Now 29, Gasly has become a key figure for Alpine, offering continuity during a turbulent period. His performances have underlined his growth since his early setback at Red Bull.
Looking back, however, Gasly remains clear-eyed about his only chance to drive a race-winning car. From his point of view, Red Bull failed to give him the backing he needed to succeed at the highest level.
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