Alpine's Colapinto under pressure ahead of Belgian GP

Timeline

1. about 10 hours 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.

2. 1 day ago

   [SPORTS] 49 sources

   Spa-Francorchamps 2026 Belgian Grand Prix: driver comments, weather outlook and tire choices

   The 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa‑Francorchamps runs 17‑19 July with dry qualifying and race, Pirelli C2‑C4 tyres, and driver comments highlighting Ferrari’s progress and Hamilton’s simulator break.

3. 3 days 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

4. 4 days 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.

5. 5 days 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

6. 7 days 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.

7. 11 days 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

8. 11 days 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.

9. 12 days 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.

10. 13 days 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.

11. 16 days 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.

12. 17 days 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.

13. 18 days 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.

14. 19 days 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+.

15. 20 days 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.

16. 22 days 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.

17. 22 days 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.

18. 22 days 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.

19. 23 days 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.

20. 23 days 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.

21. 23 days 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.

22. 23 days 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.

23. 24 days 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.

24. 24 days 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.

25. 24 days 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.

26. 26 days 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.

27. about 1 month 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.

28. about 1 month 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.

29. about 1 month 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.

30. about 1 month 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.

31. about 1 month 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.

32. about 1 month 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.

33. about 1 month 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.

34. about 1 month 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.

35. about 1 month 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.

36. about 1 month 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.

37. about 1 month 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.

38. about 1 month 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.

39. about 1 month 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.

40. about 1 month 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.

41. about 1 month 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.

42. about 1 month 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.

43. about 1 month 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

44. about 1 month 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.

45. about 1 month 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.

46. about 1 month 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.

47. about 1 month 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.

48. about 1 month 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,

49. about 1 month 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.

50. about 1 month 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

51. about 1 month 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.

52. about 1 month 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.

53. about 1 month 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.

54. about 1 month 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.

55. about 1 month 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.

56. about 1 month 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.

57. about 1 month 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.

58. about 1 month 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.

59. about 1 month 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.

60. about 1 month 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

61. about 2 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.

62. about 2 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.

63. about 2 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.

64. about 2 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.

65. 2 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.

66. 2 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.