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Franco Colapinto’s manager has revealed her client has signed a five-year deal with Alpine which has guaranteed his new team control over his F1 prospects.
Last week, Alpine announced an agreement with Williams to acquire Colapinto, who will start the upcoming season as a reserve driver. Colapinto replaced Sargeant at Williams before the Italian Grand Prix last season and impressed by scoring points twice in his first four races. Despite initial interest from Red Bull, Alpine pursued Colapinto, culminating in Williams releasing him to the rival team. Briatore’s persistence in signing Colapinto played a key role in the breakthrough, according to Maria Catarineu, Commercial Director at Bullet Sports Management. Colapinto is signed on a multi-term deal with Alpine until 2029, signaling long-term plans for the young driver in F1. This move has led to speculation that Colapinto could replace Doohan in Alpine’s driver line-up, although Catarineu remains cryptic about the situation.
