Franco Colapinto: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Franco Colapinto News / HITC / September 14

Alpine’s Flavio Briatore in talks with 11-DNF F1 outcast to replace Franco Colapinto

Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas have signed with Cadillac for the 2026 F1 season, leading Flavio Briatore to reconsider his options as Alpine look at replacements for Franco Colapinto.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / September 11

Formula 1 News: Colapinto contract call due by October – Briatore

(GMM) Flavio Briatore (pictured with his two drivers Colapinto and Gasly) says Alpine will decide by the end of October whether Franco Colapinto keeps his seat for 2026.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / September 9

Formula 1 News: Briatore softens stance on Colapinto for ’26 lineup

(GMM) Flavio Briatore has hinted that Franco Colapinto (pictured) could yet remain at Alpine for 2026, despite a rocky campaign for the Argentine rookie.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / September 7

Formula 1 News: Patience needed for Colapinto struggle – Briatore

(GMM) Franco Colapinto’s Formula 1 future remains uncertain as Alpine secures teammate Pierre Gasly on a new deal through 2028 (Briatore, Colapinto and Gasly pictured).

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / September 5

Paul Aron Gets Surprising Italian GP Call-Up As Alpine Benches Colapinto for FP1

Well, well, well. Look who’s getting another shot at the big time while Franco Colapinto gets to watch from the sidelines at Monza. Paul Aron, the 21-year-old Estonian who’s been lurking in the shadows all season, will slide into the cockpit for Friday’s opening practice session at the Italian Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / August 29

Briatore on Colapinto: 'For the future, honestly, I don’t know'

Alpine are among the teams yet to confirm their drivers for 2026. Having swapped Jack Doohan for Franco Colapinto after the Miami GP, the 22-year-old was initially seen as part of Alpine’s future plans.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

Franco Colapinto 'focusing on myself' amidst market rumours

Most of the attention around Alpine this year has concerned their driver line-up, as opposed to their on-track performance. It is true the French team have consistently been at the centre of driver market changes in recent years.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Why Alpine see Franco Colapinto as a long-term asset

Historically, contracts in Formula 1 have always provided certainty – or at least relative clarity – about who drivers will race with. Over the last few years, however, there has been a sharp rise in mid-season swaps and surprises.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / August 13

Franco Colapinto’s Alpine seat is secure until the end of 2025

Franco Colapinto has been through a tricky period since joining Alpine mid-season, with the Argentine yet to score points in 2025. Sill, his position at Enstone is not under immediate threat.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Alpine approach Valtteri Bottas as Colapinto future still unclear

The Austrian GP cemented Alpine’s position at the bottom of the standings, as their midfield rivals secured vital points at the Red Bull Ring. After a very turbulent few years at Alpine, the team now faces its worst constructors result in F1 history.

Formula One News / HITC / June 22

Linked with Alpine’s 2026 plans, Sergio Perez sends a clear message to Franco Colapinto

Franco Colapinto delivered his most assured performance since returning to Formula 1 at the Canadian Grand Prix, but the pressure on his future at Alpine shows no signs of easing.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 2

Alpine’s Briatore 'not happy' with Colapinto comeback so far

Alpine, much like Red Bull, have become a team capable of bold driver changes mid-season. After just six rounds, they pulled the trigger to replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 1

Colapinto not guaranteed to finish season with Alpine, says Briatore

After months of speculation, it was relatively unsurprising when Franco Colapinto replaced Jack Doohan mid-season. Alpine’s multi-year contract with the Argentine, which was signed in January, indicated their confidence in his abilities and potential for growth.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / May 17

Jack Doohan’s Father Takes Blunt Dig at Franco Colapinto After His Devastating Crash

Franco Colapinto had a forgettable debut with Alpine in the first qualifying session with the French team. His addition to the team's lineup had drawn

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Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / May 14

Franco Colapinto aims to 'get on the pace quickly' at Alpine

Almost a year after making his F1 debut with Williams in Monza 2024, Franco Colapinto finds himself back on the grid as a full-time driver – this time with Alpine.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / May 7

Alpine's driver rotation sets a questionable new Formula 1 precedent

The Alpine F1 team is making controversial moves once again.

Alpine benches Jack Doohan for at least 5 races, team president out

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Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / May 7

Alpine sign Colapinto on 5-race deal as they 'assess our options'

After months of speculation, Franco Colapinto replaces Jack Doohan at Alpine. The 21-year-old returns to F1 after his late-season stint with Williams last year.

Formula One News / SportsMole / April 9

Colapinto's F1 return not Alpine's focus - Briatore

Alpine team advisor Flavio Briatore has dismissed the urgency of placing Franco Colapinto in a race seat, despite intense speculation surrounding Jack Doohan's position.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / March 5

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Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 13

Franco Colapinto's Alpine F1 Contract Details Revealed As Manager Speaks Out

Argentinian driver Franco Colapinto has finalized a move to the Alpine F1 Team as a reserve driver on a multi-year loan from Williams. Now, Colapinto's manager María Catarineu has revealed further details into the intricacies of the contract with the French team.