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Briatore Drops Bombshell: Alpine’s 2026 Driver Line-Up Decision Deadline Set for November!

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
September 15, 2025
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Briatore Drops Bombshell: Alpine’s 2026 Driver Line-Up Decision Deadline Set for November!

Formula One F1 - Miami Grand Prix - Miami International Autodrome, Miami, Florida, United States - May 2, 2025 Alpine executive advisor Flavio Briatore ahead of practice REUTERS/Marco Bello

Alpine Racing on the Edge: Flavio Briatore Delivers a Shocking Deadline for Driver Line-Up Decision!

In a thrilling twist that has left fans and insiders buzzing, Flavio Briatore, the mastermind executive adviser at Alpine, has announced that the team will not finalize its driver lineup for the 2026 season until November! This bombshell revelation comes on the heels of Pierre Gasly’s recent contract renewal, which secures his place at Alpine until 2028, while the future of his teammate, Franco Colapinto, hangs precariously in the balance.

Colapinto, who was lured away from Williams with a hefty price tag, has been struggling to find his footing in the highly competitive world of Formula 1. Despite his promising start, the 22-year-old Argentine has yet to score a single point—making him the only driver on the grid without a tally. Briatore’s comments about Colapinto have raised eyebrows, with the veteran stating that the young driver’s performance has not met expectations. “For the moment, I believe Franco is doing a good job,” Briatore commented, adding that Colapinto’s initial inexperience is common among rookies. “Now, in the last three, four races, he’s much more consistent, no mistakes. Maybe it’s Franco, maybe we see.”

With just four to five races remaining this season, the pressure is mounting for Colapinto to shine, as Briatore confirmed that a decision must be reached by November. The stakes couldn’t be higher for the young talent, who is racing against time to prove he deserves a seat on the Alpine team.

Meanwhile, the rumor mill has been swirling with speculation linking Alpine to seasoned drivers like Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez. However, Briatore was quick to dismiss these claims, stating unequivocally, “No, really. I talked with a lot of people. I talked with Bottas as well… but there was never a discussion for Bottas to drive for Alpine.” He even hinted that Alpine played a role in Bottas securing a contract with the new Cadillac team, emphasizing the team’s strategic marketing efforts.

Briatore acknowledged Bottas’s talent, noting, “He’s a super driver,” but reiterated that Alpine’s vision is focused on something different. While the team has toyed with the idea of experienced drivers, the narrative suggests that Alpine is keen on nurturing young potential and crafting a future star.

As the clock ticks down to November, all eyes will be on Alpine. Will Franco Colapinto prove himself worthy of a permanent seat, or will the team pivot in a bold new direction? One thing is for sure—the upcoming races will be a nail-biting spectacle as the young driver battles for his F1 future. The drama is far from over, and fans are on the edge of their seats waiting to see what unfolds in the high-octane world of Formula 1!

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