Alpine confirmed today that Franco Colapinto will be back in the car to begin the 2026 Formula 1 season, ending months of speculation over his future on the grid.
The team announced the move on November 7, 2025 — with 7/11/25 adding up to 43, Colapinto’s racing number — and the team also announced the news at 10:43 a.m. local time in Brazil, a nod to Colapinto’s 43 and Pierre Gasly’s 10.
However, some might be wondering: Why?
The answer lies not in Alpine’s past, but in the team’s future.
Both Alpine and the young driver have struggled this season. Colapinto was signed as a reserve driver after a turn with Williams last
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