Alonso explains Alpine switch, Ricciardo ponders F1 future
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By JEROME PUGMIRE
AP Auto Racing Writer
When Aston Martin called Fernando Alonso to ask if was interested in replacing Sebastian Vettel, the Spaniard made a quick decision to leave Alpine. Splitting from McLaren has stung Daniel Ricciardo’s pride but the decision was far from unexpected. The Australian still sees a future in F1 but would consider a one-year sabbatical if his options are limited for 2023. All this movement was created when Vettel rocked F1 with news of his impending retirement Alonso’s phone was soon buzzing.