Argentinian Franco Colapinto will debut in the next Formula 1 race, replacing Jack Doohan at Alpine for the next five competitions. Flavio Briatore was crucial in Colapinto's return to the highest category of motorsport.
Briatore, now team principal of Alpine, praised the talent of the Argentinian driver from the outset, highlighting his speed and on-track skills. Although Gasly and Doohan were initially the main drivers, Briatore always considered Colapinto a standout option.
After an agreement between Alpine and Williams, Colapinto became the team's reserve driver. Briatore celebrated this achievement on social media and did not hold back in praising the young Argentinian talent, comparing him to iconic figures in motorsport.
Briatore's statements about Colapinto as one of the best young talents in motorsport resonated, and his support was fundamental in the decision to replace Doohan. As Doohan's results were not as expected, rumors about Colapinto's debut in the upcoming races began to gain momentum.
Briatore's backing was decisive for Colapinto's arrival at the Alpine team, overcoming Doohan's resignation and securing his position on the Formula 1 grid. The Argentinian's debut will take place at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix next Sunday, May 18.
