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Alpine F1 Team Tensions: Colapinto’s Manager Defends Doohan Amid Replacement Rumours

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 11, 2025
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Alpine F1 Team Tensions: Colapinto’s Manager Defends Doohan Amid Replacement Rumours

In the high-octane world of Formula 1, the Alpine team is abuzz with speculation and controversy. Franco Colapinto, the young prodigy, is in the eye of the storm, with his manager stepping in to denounce the escalating online harassment targeted at Jack Doohan.

Doohan, the 21-year-old Australian, was recently acquired by the Anglo-French racing team as a standby driver for the current season, breaking away from his former commitment with the Williams team. Colapinto, having raced in nine rounds of the preceding season and earned five points for the Grove-based squad, has been swept up in whispers suggesting he might soon replace Doohan.

The rumours have been further stoked by Team Principal Oliver Oakes and Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore, who have remained tight-lipped on the matter. In an interview with Le Parisien, Oakes hinted at a potential lineup change, saying he would “change” a driver who “isn’t bringing me results”.

Fuelled by the speculation, fans have taken to social media, expressing their frustration and anger. This wave of digital vitriol led Jamie Campbell-Walter, a director of Bullet Sports Management and Colapinto’s representative, to intervene. He urged fans to refrain from posting harmful content on Alpine’s account, warning that such actions were detrimental to Colapinto’s standing, and could also harm Doohan and the team.

Campbell-Walter emphasized that both Colapinto and his supporters were fans of the entire team, including Doohan and Pierre Gasly. He called for passionate but respectful conduct, promising that Colapinto’s time to shine would come, but not as a result of toxic behaviour.

Meanwhile, Guenther Steiner, the former Haas boss who has now transitioned into a media personality, offered his perspective on the matter. Speaking to Speedcafe, Steiner opined that the situation has been blown out of proportion. He questioned the origins of the rumours, attributing them to a chain of repetitions that have amplified the issue.

Steiner also pointed out that Doohan isn’t the only driver under scrutiny, as all F1 drivers are expected to perform under pressure. He drew attention to Doohan’s father, the iconic motorcycle racer Mick, as an influential figure who could guide Doohan through these challenging times.

Steiner dismissed the speculation as baseless, arguing that without an official statement, the rumours were likely the result of someone seeking a sensational headline. He advised Doohan to remain calm, focus on his racing, and let his performance speak for itself.

The relentless speculation and online abuse surrounding the Alpine team highlight the intense pressure and scrutiny that accompanies the glittering world of Formula 1. As we await official announcements, it’s clear that this saga is far from over.

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