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Franco Colapinto has enjoyed his first off-season and car launch as a full-time Formula 1 driver.
Franco Colapinto recently shared that he enjoyed his first proper off-season in his motorsport career before embarking on his first full-time Formula 1 campaign in 2026.
Having joined Williams and then Alpine mid-year in the past two seasons, Colapinto is now settled at Alpine, allowing him to fully integrate with the team during the winter break.
The launch of Alpine’s A526 marked Colapinto’s first unveiling in Formula 1, showcasing his relatively inexperienced status as a 22-year-old driver.
Alpine’s transition to being a Mercedes customer team under new power unit regulations presents a significant opportunity for Colapinto to showcase his skills on a level playing field.
Excited about the upcoming season, Colapinto emphasized the importance of the off-season preparation, team collaboration, and adapting to the new challenges to strive for competitiveness and growth.
