Esteban Ocon was asked in Austria who he would like to have as a teammate next year. A rookie maybe? An experienced world champion like Sebastian Vettel or Fernando Alonso? Ocon needs little reflection time.
“I have often been asked that question during the lockdown lately,” the Frenchman kicks in front of, among other things RacingNews365 his answer. “I have always been honest at those times and although my preference is independent of what the team will ultimately decide, I would go for Fernando. We get along very well. He is the only driver with whom I also helm helmets have exchanged. “
“His battles with Michael Schumacher also sparked my love for the sport. I have no idea if he is the one to strengthen Renault, but if so, I only applaud that.”
Asked if team boss Cyril Abiteboul is aware of his personal preference, he shrugs: “No idea, maybe you should discuss it with him.”
Ricciardo is then asked the same question. Vettel or Alonso, it should be noted that he drove next to Vettel at Red Bull in 2014: “I say Alonso now, just because that would be a new experience. Teammates are also great standards, but also valuable to you for your further develop skills. “
With the collaboration of Dieter Rencken.
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