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Alpine F1 Boss Admits Errors, Eyes 2026 Improvements

8/29/2025

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Alpine F1 boss Flavio Briatore admitted errors in promoting Franco Colapinto and developing the 2025 car, as the team sits last in the championship.
Colapinto has not met performance expectations, leading to uncertainty about his future with Alpine.
Briatore suggested Colapinto may need another year to adapt while considering other drivers for 2026.
The team aims for improvements in 2026, with a focus on achieving podium finishes despite a tough 2025 season.

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Alpine F1 boss Flavio Briatore admitted errors in promoting Franco Colapinto and developing the 2025 car, as the team sits last in the championship.
Colapinto has not met performance expectations, leading to uncertainty about his future with Alpine.
Briatore suggested Colapinto may need another year to adapt while considering other drivers for 2026.
The team aims for improvements in 2026, with a focus on achieving podium finishes despite a tough 2025 season.