Young Racing Sensation Franco Colapinto Demands More Than a Five-Race Deal in F1 Debut
In a bold move that has left the F1 world buzzing, Franco Colapinto has expressed his dissatisfaction with the mere five-race contract he has been handed by Alpine. Drawing a comparison to Carlos Sainz, who famously took 10 races to adjust to a new car, Colapinto believes he deserves a longer runway to showcase his skills on the track.
The pressure is on for the young driver as he steps into the spotlight at Alpine, with his contract set to expire after just five races, leaving little room for error. Despite the challenges ahead, Colapinto remains optimistic but realistic about the time needed to fully adapt to the demands of F1.
“I have a great opportunity ahead. I’m happy to be in F1, I don’t even think about five races,” Colapinto stated confidently. “After you heard Carlos saying that he needs 10 races to get used to a car, I think five is not enough for me. It probably takes me a few more races, probably a couple more than five, to get up to speed and maximize everything out of the car, but it is what I have.”
Colapinto’s sentiments were echoed by fellow racer Oscar Piastri, who emphasized the challenges of making an impact in such a limited timeframe. Piastri acknowledged the tough circumstances faced by Colapinto and the previous driver, Jack Doohan, who also had a short stint in F1.
The racing world is now eagerly awaiting Colapinto’s performance in the upcoming races, as he seeks to prove that talent and determination can overcome even the most daunting of challenges. Will five races be enough for this rising star to shine, or will he need more time to carve his place among the F1 elite? Stay tuned for the next chapter in the thrilling saga of Franco Colapinto’s F1 journey.
