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4w ago

Franco Colapinto's Imola F1 Debut Speculated After Sponsor's Remark

Alpine's reserve driver Franco Colapinto may replace Jack Doohan at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, though official confirmation is pending.

El argentino se muere por volver a subirse a un monoplaza en la F1.
Franco Colapinto, arriba del Alpine que sueña correr en forma oficial en la próxima fecha.
Franco Colapinto y Horacio Marin, presidente de YPF, uno de los principales sponsors del piloto argentino.

Overview

  • Franco Colapinto, currently Alpine's reserve driver under a five-year contract, has been the subject of debut speculation following a live-mic comment by YPF CEO Horacio Marín.
  • Marín's remark suggested Colapinto could race at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola on May 18, though he later clarified it was a personal hope, not confirmed information.
  • Alpine has not officially announced Colapinto's debut, maintaining that Jack Doohan remains their driver for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix on May 4.
  • Colapinto has completed his first Alpine test in Barcelona and continues simulator work, preparing for potential future opportunities with the team.
  • Jack Doohan's underwhelming performance in the 2025 season has fueled speculation about a mid-season driver change, with Colapinto seen as a strong candidate.