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Franco Colapinto has cleared up why he did not talk to Martin Brundle on the grid before the 2024 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.
The Williams driver impressed with a 10th-placed finish in Austin, starting from 15th on the grid. Colapinto debuted in F1 at the Italian Grand Prix, replacing Logan Sargeant, and scored his first points at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix by finishing 8th, even ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Despite being popular with F1 fans, especially from South America, Colapinto confused fans by seemingly ignoring F1 pundit Martin Brundle before the US GP. Colapinto later explained he was focused on the race and not giving interviews, showing respect for Brundle’s legacy in the sport. Williams recently unveiled a ‘heritage inspired’ livery for the Mexico City GP.
