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Williams is giving its academy driver Franco Colapinto an F1 shot for the remaining nine races of the 2024 season now its confidence in Logan Sargeant has finally run out. Here’s what you need to know about 21-year-old Argentinian Colapinto
Franco Colapinto will become the first Argentinian driver to race in Formula 1 in over two decades for the Williams team at the Italian Grand Prix. The 21-year-old Buenos Aires native climbed up the ranks within Williams’s junior program, earning himself a chance to prove his worth in F1. Colapinto’s success story began in karting and continued through various junior formulae, showcasing his talent and determination. Despite facing stiff competition from fellow drivers like Carlos Sainz, Colapinto’s rise to F1 is a testament to his skills and resilience. His FP1 call-up at Williams and impressive performances have solidified his position as a promising talent in the world of motorsport. Argentina’s F1 legacy, led by legends like Juan Manuel Fangio and Carlos Reutemann, gets a fresh injection of talent with Colapinto’s entry into the pinnacle of motorsport.
