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Franco Colapinto will remain with Alpine in 2026, partnering with Pierre Gasly as the team transitions to Mercedes engines, with the decision reflecting his steady progress and potential to grow as a top driver under the team's support.
Flavio Briatore praises Franco Colapinto's development and performance improvements, confirming his seat at Alpine for 2026 amidst team stability efforts and a focus on future competitiveness.
Alpine plans to review Franco Colapinto's decision to ignore team orders and overtake Pierre Gasly during the US Grand Prix, amid internal disappointment over the incident and team strategy execution.
Franco Colapinto has been cleared to race in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a severe 50G crash during qualifying. The Williams driver crashed into the barriers, causing significant damage and a delay for repairs. After medical evaluation, he was deemed fit to race, starting from the pit lane due to car repairs. Colapinto's original 14th grid position means other drivers will move up a spot.
Franco Colapinto has been cleared to race in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a heavy crash during qualifying, where he hit the Turn 16 barriers and experienced an impact over 50G. Despite the severe damage to his car, which required breaking parc ferme rules for repairs, Colapinto will start from the pitlane. Williams Racing expressed relief over his health and praised their team for the overnight repairs. The incident raises concerns about the team's spare parts availability for the upcoming races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
Franco Colapinto's participation in the Las Vegas GP is uncertain after a 50G crash during qualifying, with Williams prioritizing his health. Meanwhile, Jos Verstappen suggests his son Max might take a sabbatical after his Red Bull contract ends in 2028, despite ongoing Mercedes interest. Christian Horner and Toto Wolff are embroiled in a dispute over past allegations involving Susie Wolff, and Wolff hints at Valtteri Bottas potentially returning to Mercedes as a reserve driver. Lando Norris jokes about McLaren's alleged tyre cooling tactics, which were dismissed by Pirelli.
Franco Colapinto experienced a severe crash during the Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying, registering an impact of over 50G. The incident occurred when he clipped a wall, causing significant damage to his Williams car and delaying the session for barrier repairs. Colapinto's participation in the race is uncertain pending a medical evaluation, as Williams focuses on his health and the car's condition.