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A second driver change has taken place ahead of this weekend’s race in Imola, with Gabriel Bortoleto having insisted that Stake F1 would never have put him in a position similar to Jack Doohan at Alpine.
Gabriel Bortoleto feels fortunate to have a supportive team that doesn’t put unnecessary pressure on him, especially after Jack Doohan’s replacement at Alpine.
Franco Colapinto has taken Doohan’s place for the upcoming races, with a five-race opportunity to prove himself to Alpine before further evaluation.
Bortoleto and Colapinto will be the two South American drivers on the grid for the next few grands prix, with Bortoleto emphasizing that there is no rivalry between them but looking forward to exciting battles in the future.
Speaking to media outlets like RacingNews365, Bortoleto praised Colapinto’s skills and expressed his joy at seeing another South American driver in Formula 1.
The Brazilian driver highlighted that their past competition didn’t involve championship battles, unlike his experiences with other drivers, and he hopes their future encounters on the track will be enjoyable experiences.
