P1racenews AI automatic summary:
All the attention at Alpine is on Franco Colapinto and whether he’s destined for a swift promotion to a 2025 F1 race seat. That means he’s jumped one of his fellow ‘reserve’ drivers in the queue…
Paul Aron started 2024 as an unexpected contender for the Formula 2 championship, but he quickly rose to become a frontrunner and finished as the highest-placed driver without a Formula 1 seat for 2025. Despite feeling overlooked until November 2024, he secured the reserve driver position at Alpine, ahead of Victor Martins. This promotion was a just reward for his impressive performance in 2024, with the most podiums and poles in the season. However, his role at Alpine now involves sharing the reserve driver status with Franco Colapinto and Ryo Hirakawa, with Colapinto being the favored candidate for a 2025 drive if needed. Looking back, Aron felt out of the loop in 2024 compared to other drivers getting more attention, but he remained focused and determined. His journey to Alpine was a result of hard work and dedication, and it was a moment of happiness for him, not just a relief. Despite past experiences and challenges, Aron remains grateful for the opportunities and is committed to making the most of his current position with Alpine.
