P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“He is really driving for his future this weekend as he’s had many races now, and it’s just been a bit of a struggle overall.”
2016 F1 world champion Nico Rosberg believes Franco Colapinto is “driving for his future” after a challenging return to the sport with Alpine, where he replaced Jack Doohan post-Miami Grand Prix. Colapinto had impressed during his stint with Williams in late 2024, taking Logan Sargeant’s spot due to poor performance. Despite putting pressure on Alex Albon and garnering Red Bull’s interest as a Sergio Perez replacement or young driver prospect, Colapinto’s form dipped toward the end of the season. Alpine eventually signed him as a test and reserve driver, with a full-time seat seeming likely at the start of the year. However, Colapinto’s underwhelming performances have raised doubts, with Flavio Briatore expressing dissatisfaction and hinting at possible changes in the future. Rosberg emphasized the need for Colapinto to rediscover his previous success and adapt to the mounting pressure, especially in light of Briatore’s reputation for making swift driver decisions.
