Pierre Gasly discusses Franco Colapinto's home race pressure at Interlagos
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 10:20 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Pierre Gasly spoke about the unique atmosphere at Interlagos, where Franco Colapinto’s supporters create a near home race environment for the Argentine driver. This weekend marks the third race since Colapinto joined the F1 grid in 2024, following a 23-year absence of Argentine drivers. Despite facing occasional online abuse from Colapinto fans, Gasly views the crowd's energy positively. He stated that having many Argentine fans boosts team morale and noted that he feels no added pressure, recalling his experiences with team advisor Helmut Marko. Colapinto has also addressed social media abuse, mentioning improvements in the community's response to negativity.
- •Gasly appreciates the support from Argentine fans at Interlagos.
- •Colapinto's presence marks Argentina's return to F1 after 23 years.
- •Gasly feels no pressure despite fan expectations.
- •Colapinto acknowledges social media abuse from some supporters.
- •Both drivers emphasize the need for continued improvement in fan behavior.
- 10:20 AMMotorsport.com — Pierre Gasly on Franco Colapinto fan pressure: “Once you deal with Helmut Marko, anything else is no pressure”
- 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Pierre Gasly on Franco Colapinto fan pressure: “Once you deal with Helmut Marko, anything else is no pressure”
"Interlagos is the closest Franco Colapinto gets to a home grand prix, and Pierre Gasly knows the atmosphere that creates around the Alpine garage in Sao Paulo this weekend. Argentina's flag has become a familiar sight in Formula 1 grandstands since Colapinto ended the country's 23-year wait for a driver on the grid in 2024. The speed and scale of the response exceeded expectations, even in ...Keep reading
"The Alpine driver has faced online abuse from some Franco Colapinto supporters but says he welcomes the atmosphere created by thousands of Argentine fans at Interlagos
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External links- Motorsport.comNov 8, 2026, 10:20 AMPierre Gasly on Franco Colapinto fan pressure: “Once you deal with Helmut Marko, anything else is no pressure”
Interlagos is the closest Franco Colapinto gets to a home grand prix, and Pierre Gasly knows the atmosphere that creates around the Alpine garage in Sao Paulo this weekend. Argentina's flag has become a familiar sight in Formula 1 grandstands since Colapinto ended the country's 23-year wait for a driver on the grid in 2024. The speed and scale of the response exceeded expectations, even in ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsNov 8, 2026, 10:20 AMPierre Gasly on Franco Colapinto fan pressure: “Once you deal with Helmut Marko, anything else is no pressure”
The Alpine driver has faced online abuse from some Franco Colapinto supporters but says he welcomes the atmosphere created by thousands of Argentine fans at Interlagos
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