Franco Colapinto to Score big Points from His First Race
- By Dr. AK Rana
When you step into a Formula 1 seat mid-season, you’re not just driving—you’re under the microscope. And for Franco Colapinto, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
The Argentine rookie has replaced Jack Doohan at Alpine after just six races, and no, it’s not just about the sponsors—ha ha.
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The real job?
Score points.
That’s it. That’s the one thing his predecessor couldn’t manage, and now, Colapinto has five races to prove that he can.
Colapinto Carries Fan Love, Sponsors Backing—and the Weight of Expectations
Franco Colapinto isn’t just bringing talent to Alpine—he’s arriving with an army of Argentine fans and some serious sponsor backing. His charm, humor, and honesty have already made him a fan favorite.
Remember when he told fans not to buy the official team jersey because it was too expensive—and suggested getting a first copy instead?
Classic Franco.
Of course, he got a quiet scolding for that one.
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In F1, you’re not just a driver, you’re a brand—and saying, “Don’t buy from us,” isn’t exactly in the PR playbook.
Even Oscar Piastri—Mr. Poker Face of the paddock—was reportedly trying to learn Spanish to understand Franco’s jokes. That’s how infectious his presence is.
What better way to debut than at Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, followed by the gruelling European triple-header?
It’s going to be intense, fast, and fiercely competitive. But if there’s ever a time to make an impression, it’s now.
Franco will have to be sharp from FP1 itself—because everything he does will be compared to Jack Doohan and even Pierre Gasly, who’s quietly putting together a very strong season as Alpine’s mainstay.
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And here’s the catch—Alpine says Franco Colapinto will only race for five rounds.
That’s not a confidence booster.
It feels like the team is auditioning him instead of empowering him. It sends a mixed message: “We trust you… but only for now.”
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Is Alpine Playing Musical Chairs with Its Young Drivers? Franco Colapinto
Let’s be honest: what happened to Jack Doohan wasn’t exactly fair. One minute he’s racing, the next he’s back to being a reserve.
Now, Colapinto is in—and being judged against a veteran like Gasly. That’s not an equal playing field, especially when Alpine seems unsure about its own direction.
Rumors suggest some promised sponsor money hasn’t yet landed in Alpine’s account, which might explain why Franco was given only five races.
Is Alpine selling seats?
It’s just speculation for now—but it wouldn’t be shocking. In F1, especially with struggling teams, money talks louder than merit.
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Only 20 Seats, Hundreds Waiting: Welcome to F1
That’s the brutal truth of Formula 1.
There are only 20 race seats. And hundreds of talented drivers waiting in the wings.
Colapinto might be the lucky one for now, but even he is walking a tightrope—five races to shine or step aside.
Still, saying it’s “only five races” leaves the door wide open for Jack Doohan to return—something that only increases the pressure on Franco to deliver immediately.
Despite the pressure, Colapinto is talented—there’s no doubt about that. He’s shown promise in the junior categories, and his fans believe in him wholeheartedly.
Seeing Franco on track is more than just another rookie debut—it’s a celebration.
The flags will wave ,The energy will be real. And you can bet that Franco Colapinto is buzzing to finally fly around in an F1 car—not in the simulator, but in real-time, real race, real stakes.
Welcome to F1, Franco Colapinto. Time to show them what you’ve got.
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