Briatore on how ‘changed’ Colapinto earned his 2026 seat

Alpine Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore has lauded Franco Colapinto's remarkable turnaround, confirming the Argentine will remain with the team for the 2026 season alongside Pierre Gasly. Briatore revealed Colapinto initially struggled upon joining but has since matured into a "different person," showing impressive commitment and performance despite Alpine's current challenging car. He highlighted Colapinto's ability to match Gasly in qualifying, proving his worth. This decision brings crucial stability to Alpine, which has faced significant changes recently. Briatore is optimistic for 2026, anticipating a much-improved car with Mercedes power units and aiming for a top-six finish, backed by Colapinto's strong financial support.