Franco Colapinto: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / April 21

Alpine reportedly divided on Doohan and Colapinto preference

Alpine are expected to retain Jack Doohan until the summer break, having seen signs of potential in the first five rounds. For all intents and purposes, the 22-year-old has cleared the first hurdle.

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 / SportsMole / April 8

Doohan battling injury amid rising Colapinto threat

Jack Doohan's troubles at Alpine have taken a turn for the worse, with new footage showing him struggling to exit his cockpit after the Japanese Grand Prix.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / March 31

'Colapinto wasn't a topic' amid Liam Lawson exit

In the aftermath of Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda swapping seats at Red Bull, Adviser Helmut Mark has spoken out about whether or not Franco Colapinto was supposed to join either Red Bull or Racing Bulls.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / March 24

Colapinto-VCARB update: Helmut Marko seen at Alpine hospitality

Over the last few days, Red Bull’s Liam Lawson and VCARB’s Yuki Tsunoda have taken centre stage. A swap between these drivers appears increasingly likely, with the Milton Keynes outfit working to find solutions to Lawson’s nightmare start to 2025.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / March 23

Franco Colapinto linked to VCARB move in shock report

It feels like an eternity ago since Red Bull had true stability with their driver line-up. The last few days have been flooded with reports about Yuki Tsunoda potentially replacing Liam Lawson.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / March 5

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Formula One News / Yardbarker / February 25

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Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 22

Briatore Fuels Alpine Shake-Up Speculation With Further Colapinto Endorsement

Alpine executive advisor Flavio Briatore has claimed that new reserve driver Franco Colapinto is one of the team's most important "assets" for the future.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / February 20

Colapinto 'one of most important' Alpine assets – Briatore

Alpine are investing heavily in Franco Colapinto, who they spent several months in negotiations with to sign from Williams. The 21-year-old is currently Alpine’s reserve driver, but the expectation is that – at some stage – he will be promoted to a full-time role.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

Alpine already comparing Colapinto and Doohan – Report

Even before the beginning of 2025 pre-season testing, there is uncertainty about Alpine’s driver line-up. Jack Doohan, who was awarded a contract last summer, is already at risk of losing his seat.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 31

Williams Chief Speaks Up On Franco Colapinto Potentially Replacing Jack Doohan At Alpine

Williams team principal James Vowles has clarified his earlier comments about Franco Colapinto potentially taking Jack Doohan's Alpine F1 seat in 2025 or 2026.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / January 27

Ex-F1 champion gives blunt verdict on Franco Colapinto’s wasted chance in 2024

Williams shocked the F1 grid in 2024 by promoting Franco Colapinto to replace Logan Sargeant mid-season. The Argentine driver was seen by many as the next big thing, but failed to land a seat for this season.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 26

Jack Doohan Predicted to Be on ‘Borrowed Time’ as Briatore Eyes Colapinto

Jack Doohan may soon find himself in the crosshairs as he navigates his future with Alpine in 2025. As Franco Colapinto steps into the role of a reserve driver under the watchful eye of racing executive Flavio Briatore, Doohan's position on the team appears increasingly tenuous.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 24

Alpine Chief Claps Back At 'Harsh' Jack Doohan Claims After Franco Colapinto Signing

Alpine's team principal Oliver Oakes has clapped back at criticisms directed towards Jack Doohan following the signing of Franco Colapinto as a reserve driver.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 17

Franco Colapinto's Manager Opens Up On Red Bull F1 Talks

Franco Colapinto's manager, Maria Catarineu, has shed light on the intriguing talks with Red Bull regarding the Argentinian driver's potential entry into the team.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 16

Alpine's '€20 Million' Franco Colapinto Payout Revealed Amid Sergio Perez Sponsor Claims

The Alpine F1 Team has secured Argentine talent Franco Colapinto from Williams for the upcoming 2025 season as a reserve and test driver. The team's reported payment to Williams for this transfer was a substantial €20 million for a five-year contract.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / January 16

Franco Colapinto’s sponsors played important role in Alpine deal

Just days into 2025, Alpine have added an important dimension to the F1 transfer market. Franco Colapinto has signed a multi-year deal and joined the French team as a reserve driver.

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.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / January 9