Overview
- Alpine has issued no official 2026 driver announcement, though multiple reports say Franco Colapinto is the leading candidate with only formal confirmation pending.
- The official Formula 1 site highlighted São Paulo as a likely moment to confirm Colapinto’s future if he remains with the team.
- Colapinto said returning to South America is special and that “anything can happen” at Interlagos during a sprint weekend with rain in the forecast and strong Argentine support expected.
- Jack Doohan, replaced mid‑season by Colapinto, is reported by Japanese media to be exploring a 2026 program in Super Formula.
- Alpine’s decision is shaped by Colapinto’s sponsor backing and the 2026 transition to Mercedes power, while the team also seeks clarity on Mick Schumacher’s role.