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Franco Colapinto's British GP Hopes Crushed by Crash

7/8/2025

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Colapinto's Race Setback

Franco Colapinto's hopes at the British Grand Prix were dashed before they even began, as a "driveline issue" from a qualifying crash kept him from the race. Team principal Flavio Briatore's frustration hints at uncertainty for Colapinto's future with Alpine, fueling rumors of potential replacements like Valtteri Bottas as the season unfolds.

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Piastri's Penalty Troubles

Oscar Piastri's turbulent race at the British Grand Prix saw him earn two more penalty points, bringing his total to six after a 10-second penalty for erratic braking during a safety car restart. In a dramatic turn, Ollie Bearman faced the maximum penalty points following a crash in FP3, inching closer to a possible race ban.

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Colapinto's Race Setback

Franco Colapinto's hopes at the British Grand Prix were dashed before they even began, as a "driveline issue" from a qualifying crash kept him from the race. Team principal Flavio Briatore's frustration hints at uncertainty for Colapinto's future with Alpine, fueling rumors of potential replacements like Valtteri Bottas as the season unfolds.

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