Breaking News: Alpine Stuns F1 Fans, Set to Replace Jack Doohan Mid-Season; Franco Colapinto Eyed as Replacement

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Formula 1 Shakeups: Alpine in Talks to Replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto

Breaking News: Possible Driver Change for Alpine Ahead of Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

The Formula 1 community is abuzz with recent developments suggesting that Alpine may drop Australian driver Jack Doohan from the upcoming Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. According to BBC, the team is in talks to replace Doohan with Argentine driver Franco Colapinto.

Jack Doohan’s Time in Alpine: A Brief Stint

Doohan, son of five-time motorcycle world champion Mick Doohan, joined Alpine as a reserve driver last year. He made his race debut at the 2022 United States Grand Prix following a positive COVID-19 test of regular driver Pierre Gasly. However, his performance reportedly failed to impress Alpine bosses.

Did you know?

Jack Doohan’s best result with Alpine was 15th place, achieved twice—in the United States and Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Alpine’s New Target: Franco Colapinto

Alpine is reportedly considering Franco Colapinto, an Argentine driver currently competing in the FIA Formula 2 Championship. Colapinto, 18, has captured attention with his strong performances, landing him a seat at the Alpine Academy earlier this year.

Colapinto has already made history in the 2023 Formula 2 season, becoming the youngest driver to score points in the championship at just 18 years and 206 days old.

“I’ve shown that I can fight at the front, and I’m very happy to have delivered some solid performances that have also contributed to the team’s championship fight.” – Franco Colapinto

Why the Potential Change? Alpine’s Early Driver Shakeup Explained

The Race’s analysis suggests that Alpine’s early driver change is due to their desire for a more competitive lineup following a disappointing 2022 season. An Alpine spokesperson confirmed to Sky Sports that they are evaluating all options, indicating a potential shakeup.

Will This Trend Continue? Early Driver Changes in F1

Alpine is not the first team to consider an early driver change this season. Mercedes reportedly considered replacing George Russell with Nyck de Vries after the Spain Grand Prix but ultimately decided against it. As teams strive for stronger results, we might see more early driver changes in the 2023 Formula 1 season.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is Franco Colapinto?

Franco Colapinto is an 18-year-old Argentine racing driver currently competing in the FIA Formula 2 Championship. He is a member of the Alpine Academy.

Why is Alpine considering replacing Jack Doohan?

Alpine is reportedly seeking a more competitive driver lineup following a disappointing 2022 season. Jack Doohan’s performances may not have met the team’s expectations.

Has Alpine confirmed the driver change?

Alpine has not officially confirmed the driver change. However, sources close to the team suggest that the change is under consideration.

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With the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix approaching, rumors of Alpine’s potential driver change continue to swirl. Stay tuned to 247sports.new for the latest updates on this developing story and all things Formula 1.

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