FRANCO COLAPINTO TO STAY WITH ALPINE FOR THE 2026 FORMULA 1 SEASON: STABILITY BEFORE ALL
Alpine has officially confirmed today the extension of Franco Colapinto’s contract for the 2026 season, reaffirming its desire to continue with a certain stability. The Argentine driver, who joined mid-season as a replacement for Jack Doohan, has convinced the Enstone management to grant him another year with the French team.
This decision is part of a stability-focused strategy advocated by Flavio Briatore, as Alpine prepares its rebuild ahead of the regulation changes scheduled for 2026 with the Mercedes power unit.
The team prefers to consolidate its current driver duo rather than start a new adaptation cycle. Paul Aron, who was once considered for a full-time seat, will therefore not be on the grid in 2026. Colapinto has established himself as a reliable driver, capable of progressing and fully integrating into the long-term project announced by Flavio Briatore.
This extension puts an end to speculation about a possible replacement for Franco Colapinto. By choosing to renew its trust in Colapinto, Alpine sends a clear message: that of a team prioritizing consistency and continuity to gradually return to the top of the standings, a goal set by Flavio Briatore for the seasons to come.
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