Overview
- The official F1 site notes Alpine has yet to set its 2026 pairing and suggests the São Paulo Grand Prix could be a moment to confirm Franco Colapinto’s future if he continues with the team.
- Enstone sources say nothing is imminent, with negotiations ongoing and an internal November timeline, as Colapinto remains the leading candidate to partner Pierre Gasly.
- Jack Doohan, displaced by Colapinto midseason, is reported to be exploring a move to Japan’s Super Formula as 2026 F1 race seats dry up.
- Argentine sponsors including YPF, Marca País, Globant, BigBox and Mercado Libre are cited as significant factors in Alpine’s evaluation of Colapinto.
- Interlagos expects a large Argentine fan presence and potential rain during the sprint weekend, with Colapinto saying the race can produce opportunities.