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Alpine Draws Fan Backlash for Post Comparing Gasly’s Points to Colapinto’s Zero

Williams offered a supportive clip featuring the Argentine, who now prepares for Las Vegas after a difficult Brazil weekend.

Franco Colapinto alzó a upa a un mini fanático que fue a saludarlo
El piloto de Alpine le extendió una propuesta a la artista tras el Superclásico en La Bombonera
Franco Colapinto seguirá con la escudería Alpine en la Fórmula 1 en el 2026.
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Overview

  • After the Brazil GP, Alpine published a graphic showing Pierre Gasly with two recent points and Franco Colapinto with zero under a 'step by step' message.
  • The post triggered heavy criticism from Colapinto’s supporters on X and Instagram, who called the comparison disrespectful and asked for its removal.
  • Alpine left the content online and issued no public apology or clarification, according to multiple reports tracking the reaction.
  • Within 24 hours, Williams shared a video featuring Alex Albon with Colapinto that drew positive comments from fans recalling his 2024 stint there.
  • Colapinto is confirmed by Alpine for 2026; he finished 15th in São Paulo citing poor grip, eyes the Nov. 23 Las Vegas GP, and Gasly highlighted 2026 prep including extensive simulator work and the team’s wind-tunnel time advantage.