Franco Colapinto

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu expressed pride in Esteban Ocon for taking full responsibility after colliding with Alpine's Franco Colapinto during the Chinese Grand Prix. Ocon apologized directly to his rival and accepted a stewards' penalty, despite facing online death threats. Colapinto recovered to score his first point with Alpine.

March 25, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto arrived in Japan to contest the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka for the first time, the third race on the calendar. He expressed his excitement saying: “I've always dreamed of it”. Reserve driver Paul Aron toured the circuit from a simulator and highlighted key points to consider.

Argentine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto shared a social media video posing with the jersey of a local club, not Boca Juniors, to wrap up 2025. Meanwhile, his team Alpine released a video highlighting the privilege he will experience for the first time in the category as a full-time driver starting the 2026 season.

December 13, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Argentine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto confused his fans with a post that appeared to be a farewell from Alpine, but he quickly edited it. This slip happened amid tensions in the category, including a conflict with another driver. Ralf Schumacher harshly criticized the rival involved in the feud.

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto finished 15th in the Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix, grappling with issues in his Alpine at Interlagos. Despite a tough weekend that included a chassis change and a brush with Lewis Hamilton, the team confirmed his seat for 2026. Colapinto voiced frustration over the car's pace and strategy but inspired fans with an upbeat social media post.

November 08, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto faced a tough Saturday at the Brazilian Grand Prix of Formula 1, with a crash in the sprint race severely damaging his Alpine and leaving him in 18th place in qualifying. Despite the team's quick repairs, the car felt unstable and slow. Strong support from Argentine fans was evident in São Paulo ahead of Sunday's race.