However, speculation suggests either the team tired of the 28-year-old's selfish driving, or Ocon simply couldn't face another season with the Enstone-based team. It is also believed that Ocon passed on an offer from Kick Sauber team to race for Haas next year.

The official narrative is that the split between Alpine and Ocon was mutually agreed, but rumours suggest either the team grew frustrated with the 28-year-old's driving style and lack of team play, or Ocon simply couldn't face another season with the Enstone-based outfit.