P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pierre Gasly was overtaken in the closing stages of the United States GP despite team-mate Franco Colapinto being told to hold station.
Franco Colapinto justified ignoring a team order to overtake Pierre Gasly in Austin due to the threat posed by Gabriel Bortoleto. Although Colapinto was instructed to hold station behind Gasly during the US Grand Prix, he passed him in Turn 1 as both cars were in fuel-saving mode for 56 laps without full safety car deployment. Post-race, Alpine boss Steve Nielsen expressed disappointment in the team’s failure to follow instructions, hinting at internal repercussions. Colapinto defended his decision, stating he believed it was best for him to lead the faster and attacking Bortoleto, while Gasly hinted at team discussions to address the lackluster performance. Ultimately, the focus remains on improving team performance for better results in the upcoming races.
