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Colapinto lands ANOTHER new role… just days after replacing Jack Doohan
Franco Colapinto has landed a new role at Alpine, replacing Jack Doohan for the next five rounds on the F1 calendar. Alpine recently saw Doohan move back to reserve driver status and team principal Oliver Oakes step down. Flavio Briatore will now guide the new lineup of Pierre Gasly and Colapinto as they aim to strengthen their midfield position heading into the Imola race.
In addition to his new role at Alpine, Colapinto has become an ambassador for Renault Argentina. This move showcases his connection to the Renault brand and its significance to many Argentinians. He expressed his excitement for the Renault Esprit Alpine model on Instagram.
Alpine’s decision to switch from Doohan to Colapinto was influenced by the team’s performance, with Gasly securing all seven of their points in 2025. Colapinto’s successful run with Williams in 2024 earned him a reserve driver spot at Alpine, leading to his promotion.
The team is focusing on assessing their drivers for the future and preparing for the 2026 season, which brings new regulations that could shake up the competitive order. Alpine aims to secure a stable lineup that can maximize the potential of their car and regain competitiveness in F1.
