The news of the day is that Franco Colapinto has "found an owner", the Alpine team has pounced on the talented driver, who should theoretically be a test and reserve racer. THEORETICALLY…
This was also reported by the Williams team, who emphasized that they support Colapinto in being able to be in the active field in 2025, or at the latest in 2026. If we combine this mention of 2025 and Flavio Briatore's statement, we can reach a really interesting conclusion.
"Franco spent nine races with us, during which he clearly demonstrated that he has a place on the grid. We have always said that we support him in this, I think the agreement with Alpine will make this possible for him," said James Vowles mysteriously.
"We will start the season with Pierre Gasly and Jack Doohan, that's for sure. But what happens after that, only time will tell. If there is a driver among us who is not developing and does not bring the expected progress and results, I will replace him. There is no place for emotionality in F1," Briatore said mysteriously.
Add to that the fact that Colapinto's father posted a now-deleted photo of them celebrating his son's place in 2025, and it's worrying to say the least. Jack Doohan is in the crosshairs, is Franco Colapinto ready?
