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Alpine will run Paul Aron in the first free practice session at Monza, in place of Franco Colapinto.
Alpine has announced that Paul Aron will replace Franco Colapinto in the first free practice session at the Italian Grand Prix.
Aron, an Estonian reserve driver for Team Enstone, has not participated in FP1 for Alpine this year but has previous experience at Silverstone and the Hungaroring, driving for Stake.
This opportunity allows Aron to fulfill one of Alpine’s rookie FP1 session requirements, previously completed by the departed Ryo Hirakawa at Suzuka.
Aron is excited for his first grand prix weekend appearance with the team at Monza, aiming to assist in setting up the car for a competitive race weekend.
Replacing Colapinto also means Aron will complete his second required rookie FP1 session for Alpine.
Pierre Gasly’s absence in the other Alpine car will likely see Aron return to the cockpit for two more FP1 sessions by the end of the campaign in a bid to gain valuable experience and contribute to the team’s performance on track.
