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Franco Colapinto test claim sparks new doubts about Alpine’s 2025 plans
Juan Pablo Montoya has suggested that Franco Colapinto was out-paced by Paul Aron during a recent F1 test for Alpine, raising doubts about the team’s driver selections. Colapinto is scheduled to debut with Alpine at this weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix after previously being on the sidelines this season. Despite impressing in a brief stint with Williams, Colapinto found himself without a seat, leading Alpine to sign him as their test and reserve driver. However, the long-term future of Colapinto remains uncertain, especially with only a five-race deal currently in place. With rumors circulating that Aron may be quicker than Colapinto, there’s a possibility of a driver change later in the season, placing additional pressure on both drivers.
