Back in May, we had the chance to interview Sahara Force India's newest F1 driver, Esteban Ocon.
The French driver is making his Force India debut this year, and has impressed both the F1 paddock and fans after scoring points in six out of seven races this season.
Enjoy our Q&A with one of the hottest young prospects in F1!
It was a memorable weekend for Hype Energy too, as extra branding was featured on the rear wing of Sahara Force India's VJM10 car for the first time this season.
In addition to the rear wing, one of the most prominent parts of an F1 car, the Hype Energy logo was also featured on the nose cone of the car, the airbox and the cockpit.
Here's what the Sahara Force India drivers had to say after the Bahrain GP:
Sergio: “I’m very proud of my team today. To finish seventh after starting from P18 is an amazing recovery and we can be very happy tonight. It’s also our thirteenth consecutive race in the points, which is an incredible achievement. (...) I think we made the most of every opportunity and the whole team – the engineers and the mechanics – played their part in executing a perfect race. We showed, once again, that we never give up on Sundays and we can come back strong after a difficult qualifying."
Esteban: “It was a really fun race and I had to fight really hard. My start was very strong – I gained four places in the first few corners and that was really enjoyable. We showed again that our car is strong in race conditions – probably better than in qualifying – and that’s important because you only score points on Sunday. My target coming into the season was to score points in every race so I’m pleased to have scored in all three so far, but I know we had the potential to score even more points. As a team we are doing a good job and I think there’s much more to come from us in the next few races.”
Congratulations to Sahara Force India on another strong race weekend in 2017... it seems the HYPE is real!!
"There is no doubt that I am pleased that Hype Energy has chosen to support us again throughout our 2017 season on track,” says Kami Laliberté. ‘’I have had the opportunity to work last year with a group of great people marketing a product which is greatly enjoyed by my generation. Also, I know that they really appreciate motorsports, as illustrated through their association with Sahara Force India F1 team.”
Bertrand Gachot, CEO of Hype Energy Drinks: “Kami achieved excellent results in 2016 so it was a natural decision to keep supporting him. We are proud to sponsor young racing talents, especially from Montreal, as Hype Energy drinks will increase its presence in the Canadian market during 2017.”
Similarily, 17-year-old Gachot is an experienced F4 driver, making his debut in the French F4 championship two years ago. In 2016 Louis Gachot finished his season on a high, scoring his first ever championship point in ADAC F4 with a 10th place finish at the final race in Hockenheim.
"Van Amersfoort Racing is the team to be a part of in the ADAC Formula 4. They were always competitive and won the driver’s championship in 2016, so I am looking forward to driving for them. Combined with my experience last season in F4, it is my goal to be a regular top 10 finisher this season," said Louis.
Team Manager Jeroen de Jong added: "Louis was open for advice constantly and managed to use it on track, resulting in constant progression and performance. He is eager to find more speed and score good results as well."
The season will start on 28 April at Oschersleben in Eastern Germany and will end 24 September on the legendary Hockenheimring. See you on the track!Sahara Force India scored seven points today in Melbourne as Sergio Pérez raced diligently to gain a well-earned seventh place finish. Whilst Esteban Ocon scored his first point in Formula One with a strong drive securing tenth place.
The VJM10 cars raced in their new pink livery with extra Hype Energy branding and the car showed impressive reliability. The Hype Energy logo was featured, for the first time, on the nose cone of the car, the airbox, the cockpit and on the inner side of the rear wing.
Here are the reactions from the drivers after the Australian GP:
P7 to start the new year - @SChecoPerez can be satisfied about today's work. Hear straight from him after the race! #AusGP CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO WATCH THE VIDEO -> pic.twitter.com/8xWe8dElWL
— Sahara Force India (@ForceIndiaF1) March 26, 2017
Let's hear from someone who just joined the @F1 point-scorers club today - @OconEsteban. A busy race filled with battles for him! #AusGP CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO WATCH THE VIDEO -> pic.twitter.com/HoF0RyW9tb
— Sahara Force India (@ForceIndiaF1) March 26, 2017
Sahara Force India have had an excellent start to the season, maintaining the great momentum from last year. They will now head to China to build on these results.
