Vowles ‘proud’ of Colapinto for earning Alpine 2026 seat

Williams boss James Vowles has expressed immense pride following the confirmation of Franco Colapinto's extended contract with Alpine for the 2026 season. Colapinto, who previously debuted with Williams in 2024 and later joined Alpine as a reserve before securing a race seat, faced initial performance challenges. However, Vowles noted a significant turnaround in the last seven races, asserting that the Argentinian has earned his place through improved competitiveness against teammate Pierre Gasly. Vowles also highlighted Colapinto's massive fanbase, particularly in Argentina, as a positive for the sport. He believes Colapinto has a bright future, emphasizing the need for him to continuously prove himself.