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Where should Ocon go next following Alpine departure?

Esteban Ocon must find a new seat on the F1 grid for 2025 following the confirmation of his Alpine departure.

Following Monday's announcement that Alpine and Esteban Ocon will be parting ways at the conclusion of the 2024 F1 season, the French driver is in need of a new seat.  With several driver moves for 2025 having already been confirmed, Ocon is quickly running out of options for next year, if he wants to remain in F1.  On the F1 grid, there is speculation that he could be switching to Haas, whilst Stake F1/Audi still have a vacant seat.  It is also easily forgotten that Ocon remains on Mercedes' books, so could the Frenchman perhaps partner George Russell next season.  Or should the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix race winner leave the series altogether and move to the likes of Formula E, WEC or IndyCar? Where do you think Ocon should go next season?  Have your say in the poll below!

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