Franco Colapinto at risk as Alonso-Alpine talks heat up
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Franco Colapinto's position at Alpine is threatened by rumors of Fernando Alonso's potential return for the 2027 season. Reports suggest Flavio Briatore is orchestrating this move, which could force Colapinto out of a seat he recently secured following a difficult transition to a full-time role. Pierre Gasly's long-term contract with Alpine complicates the situation, leaving Colapinto with limited options should he be dropped. The driver has faced significant challenges on his path to securing the position and now faces uncertainty just months after stabilizing his career.
- •Colapinto currently drives for Alpine in Formula 1.
- •Fernando Alonso's return could displace Colapinto from the team.
- •Pierre Gasly's contract runs through the end of 2028, limiting Colapinto's options.
- •The talk of Alonso's return was reported by Auto Sport Web.
- •Colapinto secured a full-time seat after a tumultuous 2025 season.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Franco Colapinto Could Face Career Crisis Over Rumored Alonso-Alpine Reunion
"In Formula 1, every blockbuster driver transfer has a victim. When a high-profile move shakes up the top of the grid, the shockwaves inevitably trap a younger driver in the midfield crossfire. According to a bombshell report from Japanese outlet…
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