Argentine driver Franco Colapinto will take part in the Formula 1 preseason testing in Bahrain. He will drive in the first session on Wednesday during the Argentine early morning, followed by his teammate Pierre Gasly. Weeks ago, he left positive impressions in the Barcelona sessions.
Franco Colapinto, the Alpine driver from Pilar, is set to debut in the Formula 1 preseason testing at the Bahrain circuit. Reports indicate that Colapinto will hit the track in the first session on Wednesday, aligning with the early morning in Argentina. His teammate Pierre Gasly will follow later in the session.
This event represents a key step for Colapinto in his season with Alpine. A few weeks prior, during the Barcelona tests, the Argentine driver created positive expectations with his performance. The Bahrain tests are part of the buildup to the 2026 Formula 1 season, where teams assess setups and performance under real track conditions.
The testing schedule is set to follow established shifts, allowing drivers to gather valuable data ahead of the official competition start.
