AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

Fans Fuel Ferocious Feud: Colapinto Condemns Tsunoda Abuse in Shocking Social Media Saga

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
May 18, 2025
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 1 min read
0
Fans Fuel Ferocious Feud: Colapinto Condemns Tsunoda Abuse in Shocking Social Media Saga

IMOLA, ITALY - MAY 17: Twentieth placed qualifier Yuki Tsunoda of Japan and Oracle Red Bull Racing is interviewed during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari on May 17, 2025 in Imola, Italy. (Photo by Peter Fox/LAT Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202505170402 // Usage for editorial use only //

Formula 1 Driver Calls Out Fans for Abusive Behavior

In a shocking turn of events, Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto has taken a stand against abusive behavior from fans towards his rival, Yuki Tsunoda. The incident occurred after Tsunoda made gestures towards Colapinto following a practice altercation at Imola, leading to a barrage of abusive messages, including racist insults, directed at Tsunoda.

Colapinto, who had disabled his social media before his first race with Alpine, expressed his disappointment at the disrespectful comments made by some fans. Despite not personally witnessing the messages, Colapinto defended Tsunoda and condemned the abusive behavior, stating, “There is a lot of hate on social media nowadays. Of course, we always try and want – for all the drivers – to keep it respectful and keep it calm there.”

Tsunoda, on the other hand, downplayed the incident, attributing it to certain fans’ behavior rather than a personal attack on him. He urged fans to show restraint and channel their energy in a more positive manner. The Red Bull driver highlighted a similar experience involving Jack Doohan, the driver Colapinto replaced at Alpine, emphasizing the need for respectful support.

This is not the first time Colapinto’s fanbase has faced criticism for aggressive online conduct. Previous instances of trolling and inappropriate comments have marred the community’s reputation, prompting Colapinto’s manager to intervene. Addressing the negative impact of hateful comments, he emphasized the importance of supporting all drivers and teams with passion and respect.

The recent altercation underscores the growing issue of online abuse in the world of motorsports, with drivers and teams calling for a more positive and supportive fan culture. Colapinto’s plea for respect and decorum among fans serves as a reminder of the impact of online behavior on the sport and its participants.

Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

George Russell’s F1 Nightmare: Regrets and Contract Chaos Amid Mercedes Drama
Motorsports

George Russell’s F1 Nightmare: Regrets and Contract Chaos Amid Mercedes Drama

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 5, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell takes...

by Miguel Cunha
July 9, 2025
Franco Colapinto Facing Alpine Axe After Catastrophic Silverstone Performance
Motorsports

Franco Colapinto Facing Alpine Axe After Catastrophic Silverstone Performance

Formula One F1 - Austrian Grand Prix - Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria - June 29, 2025 Alpine's Franco Colapinto...

by Carl Harrison
July 9, 2025
Antonio Giovinazzi’s Ferrari Odyssey: WEC Ace and F1 Reserve Driver’s Epic Renewal
Motorsports

Antonio Giovinazzi’s Ferrari Odyssey: WEC Ace and F1 Reserve Driver’s Epic Renewal

51 PIER GUIDI Alessandro (ita), CALADO James (gbr), GIOVINAZZI Antonio (ita), Ferrari AF Corse, Ferrari 499P, #51, Hypercar, action during...

by Virgilio Machado
July 8, 2025
Fernando Alonso’s F1 Fury: Aston Martin’s Strategy Sparks Silverstone Scandal
Motorsports

Fernando Alonso’s F1 Fury: Aston Martin’s Strategy Sparks Silverstone Scandal

Formula One F1 - British Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - July 3, 2025 Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso...

by Carl Harrison
July 8, 2025

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recent News

George Russell’s F1 Nightmare: Regrets and Contract Chaos Amid Mercedes Drama

George Russell’s F1 Nightmare: Regrets and Contract Chaos Amid Mercedes Drama

July 9, 2025
Franco Colapinto Facing Alpine Axe After Catastrophic Silverstone Performance

Franco Colapinto Facing Alpine Axe After Catastrophic Silverstone Performance

July 9, 2025
Antonio Giovinazzi’s Ferrari Odyssey: WEC Ace and F1 Reserve Driver’s Epic Renewal

Antonio Giovinazzi’s Ferrari Odyssey: WEC Ace and F1 Reserve Driver’s Epic Renewal

July 8, 2025
Fernando Alonso’s F1 Fury: Aston Martin’s Strategy Sparks Silverstone Scandal

Fernando Alonso’s F1 Fury: Aston Martin’s Strategy Sparks Silverstone Scandal

July 8, 2025

Newsletter

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

Enable Notifications OK No thanks