French Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly has shared his surprise at the overwhelming support he received from fans following his stellar performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Gasly, who drives for the AlphaTauri team, secured his first-ever Formula 1 victory in Baku on Sunday, beating out the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Sergio Perez to take the top spot on the podium. The 25-year-old’s win was particularly impressive given that he had started the race in ninth place on the grid.

Speaking in an interview after the race, Gasly expressed his disbelief at the outpouring of support he received from fans all over the world. “I can’t believe all the messages I received,” he said. “It’s been incredible to see the reaction from fans, both at the track and online. It really means a lot to me.”

Gasly’s victory in Baku was a significant moment in his Formula 1 career, which has had its fair share of ups and downs. The Frenchman was demoted from the senior Red Bull Racing team to its junior team, AlphaTauri, in 2019 after struggling to match the performance of his teammate, Max Verstappen.

However, Gasly has since bounced back and proved his talent behind the wheel. His win in Baku has cemented his status as one of the rising stars of Formula 1, and he has earned widespread acclaim for his impressive drive in challenging conditions.

Looking ahead, Gasly is optimistic about his future in the sport and eager to build on his success in Baku. “I feel like I have the support of so many people now, and that gives me even more motivation to keep pushing and achieve even greater things,” he said.

Gasly’s victory in Azerbaijan marks a significant milestone in his Formula 1 career, and fans will undoubtedly be eager to see what he has in store for the remainder of the season. With his newfound confidence and determination, there’s no doubt that Gasly will continue to be a force to be reckoned with on the race track.