Sport Local February 19, 2025

Franco Colapinto Aims to Be a Main Driver in F1

Franco Colapinto, Argentine driver for Alpine, talks about his journey in Formula 1 and his dream of becoming a main driver by 2025, highlighting his work and effort.


Franco Colapinto Aims to Be a Main Driver in F1

The Argentine driver of Alpine in Formula 1, Franco Colapinto, shared details about his career and the challenges he faced to reach the highest category of motorsport. Colapinto emphasized that at first, he did not have the same financial backing as his competitors, which added pressure on him to prove his worth in every race.

'I had a lot of pressure as a kid because I didn’t have the budget and needed results,' revealed Colapinto. Despite the difficulties, the young driver remained focused on his goal of reaching Formula 1 and worked tirelessly to achieve it. Colapinto emphasized that his current priority is to support his team and contribute to consistently scoring points.

Regarding the possibility of becoming the main driver for Alpine in the 2025 season, Colapinto was optimistic and highlighted the importance of believing in that possibility. The Argentine driver stated that his dream has always been to reach Formula 1, despite the challenges and ups and downs he faced along the way.

Colapinto also spoke about his arrival at the Alpine team, where he found a motivating and hard-working environment. The young driver expressed that his goal became a reality thanks to the combined efforts of his team and managers, who supported him every step of his career.

As for his future in Formula 1, Colapinto showed a commitment to continue working hard and contributing to the success of his team. Despite uncertainties and challenges, the Argentine driver remains focused on his goal of becoming a standout driver in the highest category of motorsport.