Haas team boss Ayao Komatsu revealed he "never expected" Alpine to secure its double podium in Brazil that vaulted it to sixth in the Formula 1 constructors' standings - but he pointed to the positive performance displayed by future driver Esteban Ocon.
Alpine has struggled all year following a poor opening to the season with no points until round six in Miami, yet transformed its campaign with a stunning 2-3 at Interlagos last weekend.
