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Alpine has added a new prospect to its driver pool as question marks sit over the driver line-up at the Enstone-based squad.
Alpine’s reserve driver Franco Colapinto has begun his new role with the team, joining after finishing the 2024 season with Williams due to Logan Sargeant’s departure. Despite some crashes, Colapinto showcased his speed and earned five championship points. Unable to secure a 2025 race seat with Williams, he found a position at Alpine for test and reserve duties. There is already speculation about a possible mid-season promotion for the 21-year-old at Alpine. Colapinto arrived at Alpine’s Enstone factory on January 23 for his first official day with the team, and will also receive F1 outings in older cars alongside Paul Aron and Ryo Hirakawa as per TPC regulations.
