P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Franco Colapinto has been told by Flavio Briatore that he and the team around him need to “improve”, after failing to make Q3 again
Franco Colapinto received feedback from Flavio Briatore regarding his performance at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Briatore emphasizing the necessity for improvement after Colapinto didn’t make it to Q3.
Despite a strong showing from teammate Pierre Gasly leading to a Q3 appearance, Colapinto’s Q2 challenge was hindered by a costly mistake at Turn 3, leaving him 14th on the grid, falling short of expectations set by Briatore.
Briatore highlighted disappointment in the team’s inability to secure two cars in Q3, indicating a need for Colapinto to elevate his performance levels to meet the team’s competitive objectives.
Colapinto’s future with Alpine remains uncertain as he continues on a race-by-race arrangement, with Briatore waiting for consistent convincing displays before committing to a full-season plan.
Challenges faced by Colapinto, such as the recent Turn 3 error in Austria attributed to unpredictable winds, have hindered his progression, despite glimpses of improvement demonstrated in previous races.
The Argentinean driver is yet to secure any points for Alpine in the current season, with the team languishing at the bottom of the constructors’ championship, necessitating a shift towards more consistent and competitive showings from Colapinto moving forward.
