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Alpine will review Franco Colapinto’s decision to ignore team instructions with a pass on team-mate Pierre Gasly late in the F1 United States GP.
Alpine will review Franco Colapinto’s decision to ignore team instructions with a pass on team-mate Pierre Gasly late in the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, as both drivers found themselves battling near the rear of the field after a difficult weekend for the Enstone-based squad at the Circuit of the Americas. Gasly stopped early on Lap 27 to protect against an undercut, leaving him struggling for grip and having to save fuel, while Colapinto had fresher tyres and closed in rapidly. Despite team orders to hold position with Sauber’s Bortoleto approaching, Colapinto made a move into Turn 1, passing Gasly and moving into 17th, with Bortoleto passing Gasly shortly after. Colapinto defended his decision post-race, citing the necessity due to Bortoleto’s pressure and Gasly’s slower pace, while Gasly admitted surprise but was not overly concerned, acknowledging the team’s struggles with pace. Alpine Managing Director Steve Nielsen expressed disappointment at Colapinto’s defiance of team orders, stating that the team will handle the situation internally and review their overall performance following a challenging season.
