Esteban Ocon shares his journey from childhood sacrifices to F1 success, overcoming pressure and criticism along the way. He discusses the importance of self-belief, family support, and perseverance in achieving dreams. Reflecting on his hiatus from F1, he emphasizes the lessons learned and the value of trust in teamwork. The episode delves into the challenges of the racing world, showcasing the resilience and determination required for high performance.

With more announcements about AI chatbot GPT4, we hear how it will be further integrated into Microsoft and speak to Duolingo about how they hope it will help users learn languages. We also explore the fallout in India and South Africa from the US failure of Silicon Valley Bank and our Tech Reporter, Alasdair Keane, speaks to Alpine F1’s Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon on how tech and data is keeping pace with Formula 1 innovation.(Image: Getty/NurPhoto)

Join superstar drivers Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon from the BWT Alpine F1 team as they unveil the secrets behind successful racing. They share nostalgic racing memories, their rigorous routines during weekends, and the importance of data analysis. Discover how they balance mental health with performance, and the role effective communication plays in teamwork. Plus, hear anecdotes about their evolution in Formula One and how the sport has grown in popularity, making it more accessible globally.

Formula One driver Esteban Ocon discusses his departure from Alpine and possible next moves in the sport, including potential transfers to Mercedes or Haas. The podcast also analyzes the competitive landscape in Formula One, Ocon's future challenges, and speculations on his next career step.

As Alpine unveil their car for the 2023 F1 season, enjoy an all-time favourite Beyond The Grid story from Esteban Ocon. In 2018 he told Tom Clarkson how his family sold their property to help his race towards Formula 1. 30 Days of BTG is building up to the first new episode of 2023 on Wednesday March 1st. To hear the full 2018 interview with Esteban, listen here. You can listen to his second BTG appearance from 2022 here.