Alpine advisor Flavio Briatore recently shared intriguing details about the racing future of Franco Colapinto. The talented driver has been selected to replace Jack Doohan in the upcoming five F1 races, starting from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and extending up to the Austrian Grand Prix.
In a press release, Briatore initially mentioned that these five races would provide an opportunity for experimentation before deciding on further steps. However, his recent statements to Sky Italy at Imola hinted at a more flexible approach regarding Colapinto’s race involvement.
Briatore emphasized:
“It’s not that a driver gets three or five races… there’s no set limit on his races.”
According to Briatore, success for Colapinto hinges on speed, avoiding crashes, and earning points – a simple yet crucial formula that could potentially secure him a lasting spot in the competitive world of Formula 1.
Briatore outlined:
“He needs to be fast, not crash, and score points… If he does them well, he will drive forever.”
Interestingly, just before this announcement shook up Alpine’s lineup, there was another unexpected twist. Team principal Oliver Oakes resigned for personal reasons. This decision came shortly after his brother William Oakes faced legal trouble related to alleged criminal activities involving cash possession.
While these events unfolded rapidly behind the scenes of Alpine Racing, Flavio Briatore stepped in to handle team principal responsibilities despite not holding an official recognition from the FIA in that role.
Briatore clarified:
“When it comes to the team principal role… I’m taking charge…”
Regarding Oliver Oakes’ departure from Alpine Racing on account of personal issues rather than professional conflicts with Briatore as rumored earlier – unity within the team remains intact despite these sudden changes.
As speculation swirls around Franco Colapinto’s upcoming races and Alpine Racing’s internal adjustments, fans eagerly anticipate how these developments will impact the team’s performance dynamics moving forward.
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Plunging into this thrilling saga of motorsport drama reveals intricate narratives woven through strategic driver selections and unexpected resignations. The high-stakes world of Formula 1 continues to surprise both fans and industry insiders alike with its ever-evolving storylines.
