Alpine condemns social media toxicity after Azerbaijan Grand Prix fallout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 11:49 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Alpine released a statement addressing the rising social media vitriol following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on September 24, 2026. The team highlighted the backlash surrounding Franco Colapinto's crash during the race, which resulted in a pile-up involving Pierre Gasly and Lando Norris. Alpine emphasized the importance of maintaining respect within the motorsport community. They condemned the hateful comments directed not only at their driver but also at various figures in Formula One. The team intends to collaborate with the FIA and other teams to combat online abuse and foster a healthier environment in the sport.
- •Alpine addressed social media abuse after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
- •The statement condemned hate aimed at drivers and media alike.
- •Flavio Briatore warned of internal measures following the crash.
- •Alpine plans to collaborate with the FIA on promoting healthy rivalries.
- •The statement highlights a universal problem in Formula One fan interactions.
- 11:49 AMYahoo Sports — Alpine Releases Strong Statement Condemning Toxic Baku Fallout: “Mistakes Happen”
"The aftermath of Saturday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix has officially spiraled from standard paddock drama into a deeply toxic social media battleground. Between Lando Norris demanding a race ban, Argentina’s Foreign Minister firing back on X, and Alpine advisor Flavio Briatore…
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