After a strong recent run, Alpine had a below-par weekend in Austria, with the only highlights a seventh for Ocon in the rain-affected sprint and 10th in the grand prix for Pierre Gasly – after a post-race penalty relegated him one position.
In contrast to rivals such as Ferrari and McLaren, the team didn’t bring any updates to the Red Bull Ring, but the introduction of a new front wing at Silverstone this weekend and a revised floor, scheduled for two races later at Spa, are hoped to close the gap once more.
“I think many teams made steps in the last two races and we definitely need to make one as well. So I look forward to seeing what we can do,” said Ocon.
“We are still focused on the teams in front of us, that’s very clear, but we can see that the teams behind are also pushing forward.”
Asked about the wing by Motorsport.com, Gasly added: “It’s definitely going to bring us some performance and, hopeful …