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Franco Colapinto has hinted at some Alpine sparks as he named his target for his new team.
Following the 2022 World Cup final, Franco Colapinto joked about “sparks” between himself and Alpine and mentioned his new target for the team. He has replaced Jack Doohan for the next five races, starting from Imola this weekend and partnering Pierre Gasly. Argentina won the World Cup by beating France, adding some light-hearted tension to the situation.
Colapinto admitted that replacing Doohan was not an ideal circumstance but emphasized the importance of getting the basics right. He expressed his commitment to maximizing his performance for the team despite the challenges of joining mid-season. Colapinto acknowledged the newness of everything and the need to focus on learning and improvement over immediate results.
Despite the historical rivalry between France and Argentina, Colapinto expressed his contentment racing for Renault and Alpine. He highlighted the importance of working closely with the team and learning the intricacies of the car and settings. Colapinto is optimistic about the upcoming races and is determined to put in the effort to achieve success with the team.
