Overview

• Alpine confirmed Franco Colapinto will race at the United States Grand Prix, with preparations completed at Enstone for the Sprint weekend.
• The team brings updates focused on aerodynamics and traction in slow corners, areas identified as weaknesses heading into Austin’s heat and high tyre wear.
• Colapinto said he expects upcoming circuits, including COTA, to suit the car better and set a goal of scoring his first points before season’s end.
• He left Singapore with a 16th-place finish and blunt criticism of the car’s pace and tyre degradation after outqualifying and finishing ahead of teammate Pierre Gasly.
• Autosport contributors urged Alpine to retain Colapinto for 2026, arguing stability and a stronger car are needed to fairly judge his potential.