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Colapinto Secures Alpine Race Seat Through 2025 Under Performance Clause

Alpine’s focus on its 2026 car development raises pressure on drivers to score points this season

Overview

  • Renault Argentina CEO Pablo Sibilla confirmed Colapinto will hold Alpine’s second seat until the end of 2025.
  • Flavio Briatore has made clear that Colapinto’s continued drive depends on meeting strict performance benchmarks.
  • Colapinto has yet to score championship points in seven starts and has reached Q2 only once.
  • The A525’s narrow operating window and power unit weaknesses have hampered both Colapinto and Pierre Gasly this season.
  • Alpine has limited upgrades for 2025 to concentrate resources on the 2026 car, intensifying demands on its drivers.