Shakeup at Alpine F1: Colapinto Takes Over from Doohan
Formula 1 squad switches its team leader and racing driver - Team shifts its racing driver following the decision of the team principal
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This season's F1 races have seen some variant as Alpine makes a drastic alteration in their driver lineup. The Argentine whiz kid, Franco Colapinto, is set to replace the Aussie, Jack Doohan, effective immediately at the Imola race. However, Colapinto's tenure isn't guaranteed yet; he'll be gunning for a spot in the remaining five races to prove his mettle.
Doohan, the 22-year-old son of the legend Mick Doohan, has been under immense pressure due to a series of accidents and an inability to score points this season. Flavio Briatore, recently appointed team principal after Oakes' retirement, has been long-standing in advocating for this change and has chosen Colapinto as Doohan's successor.
Colapinto, at just 21 years old, previously drove for Williams in the second half of last season and scored an impressive five points. Now, he's poised to make his debut at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix alongside Alpine's regular driver, Pierre Gasly. Colapinto will also race through Monaco, Spain, Canada, and Austria. A review of the driver situation is scheduled before the British Grand Prix in July, where Doohan may resume his role as the first reserve driver option.
The shakeup at Alpine continues to gather momentum with Oakes' departure as team principal and the appointment of Briatore, who once managed the record-breaking champion Michael Schumacher.
- Alpine F1 Team
- Formula 1
- Imola Grand Prix
- Franco Colapinto
- Jack Doohan
- Pierre Gasly
- Flavio Briatore
A closer look:
Doohan's struggles have become evident this season, with multiple accidents and inconsistent results. On the other hand, Colapinto demonstrated his potential during his short stint last year with Williams, securing points in Baku and Austin. Apart from his racing prowess, Colapinto also brings significant backing from Argentina, which could benefit Alpine in their pursuit of scoring positions during the highly competitive 2025 season.
- The change in the Alpine F1 team's driver lineup at the Imola Grand Prix sees Franco Colapinto taking over from Jack Doohan, a move motivated by Colapinto's potential demonstrated during his stint with Williams last season.
- The departure of Jack Doohan, son of the legend Mick Doohan, has been necessitated by a series of accidents and inability to score points this season, leading to increased pressure.
- Amid the team's ongoing transformation, with Flavio Briatore, former manager of Michael Schumacher, now serving as team principal, financial aid from Argentina backing Franco Colapinto could play a significant role in Alpine's pursuit of scoring positions during the 2025 Formula 1 season.
