P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Franco Colapinto is fighting for his F1 future at Alpine…
Franco Colapinto has received a warning that his future at Alpine F1 is uncertain due to inconsistent performances, and Flavio Briatore is seen as a potential disruptive force.
Colapinto’s return to F1 has been underwhelming, leading to speculation about his position in the team.
Drafted in as a replacement for Jack Doohan after the Miami Grand Prix, Colapinto has encountered difficulties on the track.
Reports suggest that Briatore has explored alternatives, including talks with Mercedes for Valtteri Bottas to potentially join Alpine for the remainder of the season.
With upcoming races in Belgium and Hungary, Colapinto’s performances will be closely watched by the team management to determine the next steps.
As speculation grows, Pierre Gasly has dismissed talk of Bottas replacing Colapinto as mere distraction, emphasizing the need for the team to focus on their current challenges and performance improvements.
