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Williams team principal James Vowles has explained what he meant when he said Alpine was Franco Colapinto’s best chance at a race seat this season, despite already having two drivers signed for 2025.
James Vowles believes Jack Doohan deserves the opportunity to showcase his abilities at Alpine, as the arrival of Franco Colapinto from Williams has intensified the competition for the Australian driver. Vowles, the team principal of the Grove-based squad, clarified his earlier remarks regarding Colapinto’s move to Enstone by emphasizing that Alpine offers Franco the best shot at securing a race seat in the upcoming seasons. Despite speculations about Doohan’s future with Alpine, team principal Oliver Oakes has expressed support for the young driver and his partnership with Pierre Gasly. Vowles stated that both Doohan and Colapinto should be given a fair chance to prove themselves on the track. Despite Colapinto’s tumultuous past with Williams, Vowles remains confident in the Argentine’s readiness to adapt to any challenges that may arise at Alpine.
