Colapinto sees success with seventh place at Spanish GP

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Colapinto sees success with seventh place at Spanish GP
Summary

Franco Colapinto finished seventh at the Spanish Grand Prix, marking his strongest performance this season for Alpine. He qualified ninth and overtook McLaren's Oscar Piastri at the start of the race. A effective pit stop during the only Virtual Safety Car allowed him to secure points, which he has achieved in back-to-back races. Colapinto expressed pride in his execution throughout the weekend and emphasized the team's collective effort. He aims to carry this momentum into future races, including an upcoming event in Baku.

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  • Colapinto finishes seventh at the Spanish GP on September 15, 2026.
  • He qualified ninth and overtook Piastri early in the race.
  • Secured points with a successful pit stop during the Virtual Safety Car.
  • This marks his eighth points finish in 14 races this season.
  • Colapinto aims to maintain his momentum in upcoming races.
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Franco Colapinto believes that his seventh-place finish in last weekend's Spanish Grand Prix culminated in "probably my best race weekend" for Alpine this season.

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