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Flavio Briatore undermines Alpine’s five-race claim for Franco Colapinto: ‘No set limit’
Flavio Briatore has contradicted Alpine’s announcement regarding Franco Colapinto’s five-race deal for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, replacing Jack Doohan. After the Miami Grand Prix, Alpine had originally stated that Colapinto would compete in the next five races. Colapinto’s rise to the main team was anticipated since he joined as a test and reserve driver earlier this year. Having impressed with Williams in 2024, Alpine and Red Bull took notice, with Alpine ultimately securing him as a reserve driver for 2025. Despite Alpine’s clear statement about the five-race deal for Colapinto, Briatore stated that there is no set limit and emphasized the importance of speed, reliability, and scoring points. Briatore also addressed the resignation of team principal Oliver Oakes, clarifying that it was due to a personal matter and refuting rumors of a fallout between them. “This is a united team,” Briatore emphasized, highlighting the strong relationship he maintains with Oakes.
