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Alpine F1 technical struggles and driver developments

Overview

Alpine F1 has undergone significant technical and personnel shifts during the 2026 season. Early developments included hiring Joseph Grimer and abandoning a novel rear-wing concept to focus on midfield competitiveness. A major controversy arose at the Monaco Grand Prix when a timing-loop error led to the rescinding of pit-lane speeding penalties for Pierre Gasly, restoring his third-place podium finish.

Technically, the team has struggled with aerodynamic instability in the A526 chassis. Leading up to the summer break, Alpine fell to sixth in the Constructors' Championship, trailing Racing Bulls by five points. Ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, Managing Director Steve Nielsen confirmed the introduction of several upgrades intended to help the team secure fifth place in the standings. Nielsen stated, “The plan is simple: bring more as and when we can, and hopefully it will be enough to put us in the on-track fight to score as many points as possible.”

Driver Franco Colapinto has emerged as a central figure. Alpine has officially confirmed that Colapinto will remain a full-time driver through the 2027 season, partnering with Pierre Gasly. This decision follows a strong 2026 campaign in which Colapinto secured 19 points, including a career-best sixth-place finish in Montreal. Executive advisor Flavio Briatore praised Colapinto’s maturity, stating, “Franco belongs to Formula One and belongs to this team.”

At the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, Colapinto secured a ninth-place finish, earning two points for Alpine. His race was marked by frustration after a mistake at the Lesmo corners caused him to lose control and drop to 16th place. Additionally, the FIA issued Colapinto a disciplinary reprimand for violating driving regulations during the formation laps by crossing the white line while exiting the pits. Despite the setback, former driver David Coulthard praised Colapinto’s potential.

Entities

Franco Colapinto · Pierre Gasly · Alpine · Alpine F1 Team · FIA

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  • "Alpine finished 15th and lost fifth place in the Constructors' Championship."

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    "Alpine fell to sixth place in the Constructors' Championship after the Hungarian Grand Prix."

    Alpine cannot have both finished sixth and fifteenth in the Constructors' Championship.

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Franco Colapinto finishes ninth at Italian Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto finished ninth at the Italian Grand Prix for Alpine, despite a mid-race error and an FIA reprimand for a pit exit violation during formation laps.

  2. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 24 sources
    Franco Colapinto renews with Alpine F1 for 2027 season

    Alpine F1 has confirmed Franco Colapinto will continue as a race driver for the 2027 season, partnering with Pierre Gasly following his strong performance in 2026.

  3. 17 days ago

    [SPORTS] 93 sources
    Alpine F1 Team confirms Franco Colapinto for 2027 season

    Alpine F1 Team has officially renewed Franco Colapinto's contract, confirming he will remain a full-time driver alongside Pierre Gasly for the 2027 Formula 1 season.

  4. 17 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine will not appeal FIA penalty against Franco Colapinto

    Alpine will not appeal the FIA's drive-through penalty and superlicense point deduction issued to Franco Colapinto during the Dutch Grand Prix.

  5. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Pierre Gasly secures single point for Alpine at Dutch Grand Prix

    Pierre Gasly earned one point for Alpine with a 10th-place finish at the Dutch Grand Prix, despite technical upgrades and intense mid-field battles at Zandvoort.

  6. 19 days ago

    [SPORTS] 74 sources
    Franco Colapinto faces controversy after penalties at Dutch Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto finished 14th at the Dutch Grand Prix after controversial FIA penalties, sparking criticism from his sponsor Mercado Libre and a response from the FIA regarding online harassment.

  7. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Alpine targets fifth in constructors' standings with Dutch GP upgrades

    Alpine F1 Team plans to introduce new upgrades at the Dutch Grand Prix to challenge for fifth place in the constructors’ championship, trailing Racing Bulls by just five points.

  8. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Franco Colapinto returns to Formula 1 for Dutch Grand Prix

    Argentine driver Franco Colapinto returns to Formula 1 with Alpine for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, featuring a Sprint format and potential rain.

  9. 26 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine F1 Team prepares upgrades for Dutch Grand Prix

    Alpine F1 Team plans to introduce an aerodynamic upgrade package at the Dutch Grand Prix to combat a recent decline in performance and reclaim its position in the midfield.

  10. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Alpine drivers target recovery through new technical updates

    Alpine drivers Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto aim to regain competitiveness at the Zandvoort Grand Prix following a period where Racing Bulls outpaced them through superior car development.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Franco Colapinto faces uncertain Alpine future amid strong F1 performance

    Franco Colapinto's future with Alpine remains uncertain as contract talks are reportedly paused by Flavio Briatore, despite the Argentine driver's strong mid-season performance and rising market value.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Franco Colapinto nominated for F1 Overtake of the Month after Spa GP

    Franco Colapinto’s double pass at Spa earned an “Overtake of the Month” nomination, and a tenth‑place F1 performance ranking that could lead to a full Alpine seat by 2027.

  13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Alpine F1 Team eyes crucial upgrades for Dutch Grand Prix

    Pierre Gasly says Alpine’s upcoming aerodynamic upgrades for the Dutch Grand Prix are vital to keep the team in the mid‑field of the 2026 F1 season, after slipping to fifth in the standings.

  14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Franco Colapinto's Alpine future uncertain, says Flavio Briatore

    Flavio Briatore said Franco Colapinto's 2027 Alpine seat is still undecided, noting his talent and recent improvement while the team focuses on winning and may consider other drivers.

  15. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort marks F1's post‑summer return

    The 2026 Dutch Grand Prix returns 21‑23 Aug at Zandvoort after the summer break, using a sprint format. Antonelli leads the championship; Colapinto returns for Alpine; Mercedes disputes Antonelli’s penalty.

  16. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Alpine F1 team faces performance slump after Hungarian Grand Prix

    Alpine’s A526 fell out of the top ten at Hungary, with Gasly 12th and Colapinto 15th, while Aston Martin’s AMR26 proved faster in corners, prompting Alpine to call for major upgrades before Zandvoort.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Pierre Gasly blames Alpine aerodynamics after Hungarian GP

    Gasly qualified 12th at Hungary, citing Alpine’s aerodynamic woes and eyeing upgrades for Zandvoort; teammate Colapinto finished 15th.

  18. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 253 sources
    Lando Norris clinches victory at Hungarian Grand Prix, boosting McLaren over Ferrari

    Lando Norris won the Hungarian GP, ending a 13‑race winless streak and giving McLaren its first 2026 win as Ferrari’s pit‑stop errors and Hamilton penalties cost them fourth and fifth places.

  19. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 27 sources
    Hungarian Grand Prix sees Alpine substitute Colapinto with Paul Aron for opening practice

    At the Hungarian Grand Prix, Alpine swaps Franco Colapinto for rookie Paul Aron in opening practice, while Aston Martin debuts a radical B‑spec upgrade and the race marks the season’s mid‑point before the break

  20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Alpine's Franco Colapinto praised by Flavio Briatore after scoring point in Belgian GP

    Franco Colapinto finished 10th at the Belgian GP, earning a point with a double overtake on Gasly and Lawson, and was praised by Alpine adviser Flavio Briatore for a clean, entertaining race.

  21. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Formula 1 2026 Constructors' Championship leads after Belgian Grand Prix

    Alpine leads VisaCash Racing Bulls after a 61‑point tie in the 2026 F1 Constructors' standings, thanks to Gasly’s Monaco podium; teams share ~45% of commercial revenue.

  22. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Verstappen praises teammate after Belgian Grand Prix qualifying

    At the Belgian Grand Prix, Antonelli took pole while Verstappen finished second, crediting teammate Hadjar for the slipstream; Gasly crashed in practice and Hamilton noted new regulations.

  23. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 70 sources
    Franco Colapinto scores point with 10th‑place finish at Belgian Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto started 11th, finished 10th and scored a point at the Belgian GP; he also showed a Messi‑Maradona banner and joked about the World Cup final.

  24. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine F1 faces performance worries after Gasly crash at Spa

    Alpine F1's Pierre Gasly warned the team is lagging behind Racing Bulls and, after a heavy crash in Spa's FP2 that caused a red flag, said the car needs effective upgrades; teammate Franco Colapinto posted a 7‑

  25. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Franco Colapinto seeks early contract resolution with Alpine F1

    Franco Colapinto, Alpine F1 driver, wants an early contract decision as his deal expires season‑end; he’s 12th in standings after strong performances but cites car issues.

  26. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Pierre Gasly crashes Alpine car in Spa free practice ahead of tribute run

    Pierre Gasly crashes his Alpine car in Spa free practice but is unharmed; Alpine plans repairs for qualifying and confirms the fourth annual tribute run for Anthoine Hubert and Dilano van ’t Hoff.

  27. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Belgian Grand Prix 2026: Alpine's Colapinto, Aston Martin's AMR26, and F1 calendar uncertainties

    The 2026 Belgian GP runs 17‑19 July at Spa; Alpine’s Franco Colapinto aims to improve after a ninth‑place finish, while Aston Martin’s troubled AMR26 makes its final run. Calendar doubts linger over Bahrain, Q

  28. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine F1 warns Franco Colapinto over 2026 contract as performance lags

    Alpine F1 warns that driver Franco Colapinto, 13th with 13 points, may lose his seat after his 2026 contract ends, citing performance gaps despite recent improvements.

  29. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine F1 gears up for development battle with Racing Bulls

    Alpine F1 driver Pierre Gasly says the team is falling behind Racing Bulls, prompting a 'development war' as Renault chief François Provost focuses on stabilising the squad and protecting its fifth‑place in the

  30. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine sets performance criteria for Franco Colapinto, eyes 2027 extension

    Alpine says Franco Colapinto must meet strict performance criteria to stay beyond 2026 and hints at a 2027 extension; the Argentine will drive a historic Lotus at Goodwood and has five point finishes this year.

  31. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine F1 skips mention of Franco Colapinto after his strong British GP finish

    Alpine director Steve Nielsen praised the team after the British GP but omitted any mention of Franco Colapinto, who rose from 19th to ninth. Briatore lauded the comeback, while teammate Pierre Gasly complained

  32. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    F1 drivers and teams regroup after Silverstone chaos ahead of Belgian GP

    After Silverstone, Antonelli blames a brake failure and stays in the title hunt, while Alpine’s Briatore praises Colapinto’s ninth place but urges upgrades before the Belgian GP.

  33. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Pierre Gasly blames Alpine errors after Silverstone Grand Prix

    Pierre Gasly cites radio penalty, a slow pit stop and other Alpine errors for his 10th place at Silverstone, while teammate Colapinto finished ninth; the team scores three points.

  34. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 45 sources
    Franco Colapinto rises from 19th to ninth, earns points at Silverstone Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto started 19th at Silverstone, surged ten places to finish ninth, earning two points for Alpine amid a safety‑car finish and a tense moment with teammate Pierre Gasly.

  35. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Franco Colapinto's viral interview blooper underscores his outsider status in Formula 1

    Franco Colapinto’s humorous Silverstone interview went viral, while analysis highlights the financial and cultural hurdles he faces as an Argentine outsider in Formula 1.

  36. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Racing Bulls record fastest pit stop as driver clash erupts at Austrian GP

    Racing Bulls achieved a 2.03‑second fastest pit stop at the Austrian GP, while drivers Lindblad and Lawson clashed over strategy, finishing ninth and tenth.

  37. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Alpine and Franco Colapinto finish 15th at Austrian GP amid performance woes

    Franco Colapinto finished 15th at the Austrian GP as Alpine’s A526 suffered power and aero issues; the team aims to improve front‑wing design and score points at Silverstone.

  38. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Austrian Grand Prix set for June 28 2026 with live streaming on Apple TV+

    The Austrian Grand Prix takes place on 28 June 2026 at the Red Bull Ring, starting at 15:00 CEST, with George Russell on pole and live streaming exclusively on Apple TV+.

  39. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Austrian Grand Prix practice sessions show Red Bull struggles and Cadillac setbacks

    Friday practice at the Austrian Grand Prix saw Red Bull's new upgrades hindered by glitches, Cadillac plagued by stoppages, while Mercedes and Antonelli topped times amid heat‑wave conditions.

  40. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 23 sources
    Max Verstappen's Red Bull future uncertain amid performance slump and transfer talks

    Verstappen, seventh this season, seeks a fast Red Bull car; exit clause and McLaren talks fuel uncertainty, while Red Bull rolls out major upgrades and chief engineer Monaghan eyes a move to Cadillac.

  41. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Audi and Racing Bulls aim for points at Austrian Grand Prix

    Racing Bulls and Audi seek points at the Austrian Grand Prix, citing recent upgrades and the Red Bull Ring’s demanding layout.

  42. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 13 sources
    2026 Austrian Grand Prix at Red Bull Ring with Mercedes‑Ferrari battle

    The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix at Spielberg’s Red Bull Ring runs June 27‑28, with qualifying on Saturday and the race Sunday; Kimi Antonelli leads the championship as Mercedes, Ferrari and Red Bull vie for win.

  43. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Alpine F1 and Pierre Gasly target qualifying up‑turn after Monaco podium

    Pierre Gasly secured a Monaco podium after Alpine’s appeal, praised its new Mercedes engine, and the team aims to boost qualifying performance with upcoming upgrades.

  44. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    FIA reversal of Pierre Gasly penalty triggers Monaco Grand Prix protest

    FIA nullified Pierre Gasly's Monaco pit‑lane penalty, restoring his podium and prompting Red Bull and McLaren protests; a court appeal is pending and could affect championship points.

  45. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 38 sources
    Austrian Grand Prix 2026 faces heat risk and driver talks

    The Austrian GP 2026 runs under FIA heat‑risk rules, teams bring major upgrades, and Max Verstappen meets Red Bull to discuss his contract as the title fight tightens.

  46. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Austrian Grand Prix preview sees Hamilton, Ferrari upgrades and rookie Beganovic in practice

    The Austrian GP at Red Bull Ring draws Slovak fans; Hamilton seeks form, Ferrari upgrades engine, and rookie Dino Beganović steps into Leclerc’s car for FP1 after a strong Barcelona stint.

  47. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    FIA appeal filed over Pierre Gasly's restored Monaco podium

    McLaren and Red Bull have appealed the FIA’s reinstatement of Pierre Gasly’s Monaco podium after a timing error led to false penalties, with a hearing set for July.

  48. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    McLaren faces engine disadvantage as Alpine's Franco Colapinto future remains uncertain

    McLaren cites Mercedes engine limitations as a handicap, while Alpine's Flavio Briatore says Franco Colapinto’s talent is clear but his ceiling remains uncertain.

  49. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 33 sources
    Austrian Grand Prix at Red Bull Ring sees technical upgrades and new tyre mixes

    The Austrian GP at Red Bull Ring (28 June) features a new tyre range, altitude‑related turbo challenges, Red Bull upgrades, McLaren’s reversible rear wing test, and Colapinto targeting points.

  50. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Franco Colapinto slated for Alpine retention and Goodwood showcase

    Alpine may keep Franco Colapinto beyond 2026 as the driver heads to Goodwood on 12 July to race the Lotus E20 he once drove in Buenos Aires.

  51. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 16 sources
    Monaco Grand Prix podium dispute triggers FIA appeals from McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes

    FIA restored Pierre Gasly’s Monaco podium after a pit‑lane timing error; McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes have appealed, keeping the race result provisional.

  52. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Franco Colapinto penalized at Spanish Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto received a 10‑second penalty at the Barcelona Grand Prix, dropping from eighth to tenth and earning a single point.

  53. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 18 sources
    Franco Colapinto penalized, drops to 10th in Barcelona GP

    FIA gave Franco Colapinto a 10‑second penalty for a yellow‑flag breach at Barcelona, dropping him from 8th to 10th and costing three points.

  54. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Monaco GP penalty reversal leads Mercedes, McLaren to seek appeals

    Stewards reversed Pierre Gasly's Monaco penalty, restoring his podium; Mercedes and McLaren both plan appeals, citing inconsistency and potential impact on other drivers.

  55. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Pierre Gasly restored to Monaco GP third place after FIA admits timing error

    FIA reversed Pierre Gasly's two 5‑second penalties after a timing‑loop error at Monaco, restoring him to third place and reshuffling points for several teams.

  56. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Formula 1: Gasly's reinstated Monaco podium fuels controversy, Hamilton celebrates emotional victory

    James Vowles disputes Pierre Gasly’s reinstated Monaco podium, while Lewis Hamilton celebrates an emotional victory in Canada after 19 years, citing strategy and personal resilience.

  57. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Franco Colapinto slams Alpine's poor performance after Barcelona GP practice

    Franco Colapinto criticised Alpine after finishing 10th then 15th in Barcelona GP practice, calling it the worst Friday of the season; teammate Pierre Gasly also underperformed, finishing 17th.

  58. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 24 sources
    Franco Colapinto finishes eighth, penalized to tenth at Barcelona GP

    Franco Colapinto finished eighth (four points) at the Barcelona GP but was penalised 10 seconds for a yellow‑flag breach, dropping to tenth and losing three points.

  59. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Pierre Gasly regains Monaco podium after FIA overturns penalties

    FIA reversed Pierre Gasly's pit‑lane speed penalties at the Monaco GP, restoring his third place and dropping Oscar Piastri to fifth; Mercedes, McLaren and Red Bull plan to appeal.

  60. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    McLaren and Red Bull appeal FIA reversal of Monaco Grand Prix box‑speed penalties

    FIA reversed Gasly’s Monaco box‑speed penalties, restoring his podium. McLaren and Red Bull have filed appeals, and Mercedes is reviewing its own penalty, amid debate over timing data accuracy.

  61. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Pierre Gasly Restored to Third Place After Alpine Appeal at Monaco Grand Prix

    Alpine's appeal voided Gasly's pit‑lane speed penalties, restoring his third place at the Monaco Grand Prix and shifting other drivers down one spot.

  62. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Pierre Gasly reinstated to Monaco GP podium amid legal challenge

    The FIA reinstated Pierre Gasly to third at the Monaco GP, prompting Red Bull and McLaren to file appeals while Mercedes weighs legal action, reshuffling the championship points before the Spanish Grand Prix.

  63. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Pierre Gasly reinstated to third place after FIA drops Monaco penalties

    FIA rescinded two 5‑second penalties on Alpine’s Pierre Gasly, restoring his Monaco Grand Prix third place and moving Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar to fourth.

  64. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Monaco Grand Prix pit‑lane penalty debacle prompts driver outcry

    Drivers slammed a faulty pit‑lane speed system after many penalties at Monaco; Alpine’s protest cleared Pierre Gasly’s penalties, restoring his podium.

  65. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Pierre Gasly reinstated to Monaco GP podium after timing error

    Alpine’s appeal proved a 77 cm timing‑loop error caused Pierre Gasly’s pit‑lane penalties, leading stewards to restore his Monaco GP third place and reshuffle the podium.

  66. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 13 sources
    Franco Colapinto aims for comeback at 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto seeks to bounce back from Monaco at the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix, posting a top‑10 in first practice and leveraging Alpine’s pre‑season testing data.

  67. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine unveils front‑wing and cooling upgrades for Barcelona Grand Prix

    Alpine will fit a new front wing, revised front suspension and cooling tweaks to its A526 for the Barcelona Grand Prix, aiming to boost performance after a modest Monaco showing by Gasly (7th) and Colapinto (14

  68. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 45 sources
    Pierre Gasly's Monaco podium restored after FIA penalty reversal

    FIA overturned Pierre Gasly’s Monaco penalties after a 77 cm timing error, restoring his third place and dropping Isack Hadjar to fourth, reshaping the race results and points.

  69. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Alpine challenges FIA penalty over Pierre Gasly's Monaco podium loss

    Pierre Gasly was stripped of a Monaco podium after a ten‑second penalty; Alpine has filed two appeals with the FIA and awaits a hearing that could restore his third‑place finish and trophy.

  70. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine seeks FIA review of Pierre Gasly's Monaco pit‑lane penalties

    Alpine filed a Right of Review with the FIA over Pierre Gasly's two 5‑second pit‑lane penalties at the Monaco Grand Prix, leading to a scheduled hearing on 11 June.

  71. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Pierre Gasly penalised in Monaco Grand Prix over disputed pit‑lane speed limit

    Pierre Gasly was penalised for alleged pit‑lane speeding in Monaco, losing a podium spot; Alpine is appealing, citing possible flaws in the timing system.

  72. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Alpine challenges Monaco Grand Prix result over Pierre Gasly pit‑lane penalties

    Alpine has asked the FIA to review Pierre Gasly's two five‑second pit‑lane penalties at Monaco that moved him from third to seventh, claiming telemetry proves he stayed within the speed limit; a hearing is set,

  73. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Franco Colapinto vows comeback after 15th‑place finish at Monaco GP

    Franco Colapinto, after a 15th‑place finish and frustration at Monaco, is set to try a rebound at the Barcelona Grand Prix.

  74. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Monaco Grand Prix penalties and Red Bull engine failure spark controversy

    FIA handed 10‑second penalties to Sergio Perez and Pierre Gasly after the Monaco Grand Prix, costing points for Cadillac and prompting Alpine's appeal, while Red Bull identified a power‑unit fault that stopped

  75. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Monaco GP penalties fuel driver protests over pit‑lane speed

    Pit‑lane speeding penalties at the Monaco GP hit Hamilton, Russell, Gasly and others, prompting driver protests and an FIA review of measurement methods.

  76. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 13 sources
    Alpine files appeal over Monaco Grand Prix penalties after pit‑lane speed infractions

    Alpine has appealed Monaco GP pit‑lane speed penalties that dropped Pierre Gasly from third to seventh, citing possible software errors; FIA will review the case.

  77. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 25 sources
    Alpine appeals pit‑lane penalties that stripped Pierre Gasly’s Monaco podium

    Pierre Gasly was stripped of a Monaco podium after two pit‑lane speed penalties; Alpine filed a Right of Review with the FIA, claiming the penalties were unfair.

  78. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Alpine's Flavio Briatore pressures Argentine driver Franco Colapinto

    Alpine boss Flavio Briatore keeps pressure on Argentine driver Franco Colapinto, noting recent points but an uncertain future amid car performance issues ahead of the 2026 Monaco GP.

  79. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Franco Colapinto qualifies 14th for Monaco Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto qualified 14th for the Monaco Grand Prix, missing Q2 by 0.233 s and citing Alpine car issues, while teammate Kimi Antonelli took pole.

  80. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 16 sources
    Franco Colapinto finishes 15th in chaotic Monaco Grand Prix

    Monaco GP saw a 45‑minute red‑flag, multiple retirements and pit‑lane penalties; Franco Colapinto finished 15th after several incidents, while Kimi Antonelli secured his fifth straight win.

  81. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine struggles at Monaco GP as Gasly clinches ninth in qualifying

    Alpine admitted its 2026 car was underperforming at Monaco, but Gasly posted a strong Q3 lap to qualify ninth, while teammate Colapinto voiced frustration with handling.

  82. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Franco Colapinto preps for Monaco Grand Prix qualifying after 15th in practice

    Franco Colapinto was 15th in Monaco practice and will qualify at 11 a.m. Argentina time, aiming for a good grid spot on the tight street circuit after his strong Canadian result.

  83. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine backs Argentine driver Franco Colapinto as progress shows

    Alpine executive Flavio Briatore praised Argentine rookie Franco Colapinto’s progress, citing team support and a solid duo with Pierre Gasly, and hinted Alpine targets a championship by 2028‑29.

  84. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Franco Colapinto targets top‑10 finish at Monaco Grand Prix

    Franco Colapinto, fresh from points finishes in Miami and Canada, aims for a top‑10 start at Monaco, stressing qualifying’s importance; Alpine backs him with a social‑media shoutout and yacht arrival, while Max

  85. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Franco Colapinto Sets Record for Longest DNF‑Free Streak in Formula 1

    Franco Colapinto of Argentina set a new Formula 1 record by completing over 500 days without a DNF, surpassing George Russell.

  86. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 21 sources
    Franco Colapinto earns career-best sixth place at Canadian Grand Prix after pit‑lane wall strike

    Franco Colapinto achieved a career‑best sixth place at the Canadian Grand Prix, overcoming a pit‑lane wall strike; Alpine secured a double‑points finish with Gasly eighth.

  87. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine scores sixth place in Canadian GP as Colapinto shines

    Alpine earned 12 points at the Canadian GP, with Colapinto sixth and Gasly eighth, and Briatore vowed further improvements for Monaco.

  88. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Franco Colapinto scores career-best sixth place at Canadian Grand Prix

    Alpine’s Franco Colapinto achieved his career-best F1 finish, taking sixth at the Canadian Grand Prix, his highest result to date.

  89. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Haas loses midfield ground to Alpine in Formula 1

    Haas fell five points behind Alpine after Miami as Alpine’s aero upgrades outpaced Haas’s minor update.

  90. 4 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alpine F1 hires ex-Mercedes engineer and drops novel rear wing before Canada GP

    Alpine hires ex-Mercedes engineer and reverts to a conventional rear wing ahead of the Canada GP, affecting driver Franco Colapinto.

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