F1: Colapinto will return to Williams eventually, says team principal Vowles
1 month, 1 week ago

F1: Colapinto will return to Williams eventually, says team principal Vowles

The Hindu  

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto will return eventually to Williams after joining Formula One rival Alpine as a reserve, team principal James Vowles said on Friday. The first Argentine to race in Formula One since 2001 scored five points for the former champions and was signed by Renault-owned Alpine in January, with Australian Jack Doohan’s seat potentially at risk. Vowles said at the time that the arrangement with Alpine represented Colapinto’s best chance of securing a race seat in 2025 or 2026. he’ll come back to Williams at some point.” Media reports, quoting Colapinto’s management, have indicated the driver joined Alpine on a five-year loan deal.

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Jack Doohan says it is not just Franco Colapinto chasing his Alpine drive
1 week, 6 days ago

Jack Doohan says it is not just Franco Colapinto chasing his Alpine drive

ABC  

Australian Formula 1 rookie Jack Doohan has insisted Alpine's decision to sign Argentine Franco Colapinto as a reserve driver has not added more pressure on him. Doohan, who made his debut in last season's finale at Abu Dhabi, begins his first season as a full-time driver this weekend at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Alpine signed Colapinto in the …

Jack Doohan’s blunt response to Franco Colapinto’s arrival at Alpine F1: ‘Is that a question?’
1 month, 1 week ago

Jack Doohan’s blunt response to Franco Colapinto’s arrival at Alpine F1: ‘Is that a question?’

The Independent  

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Alpine signs Franco Colapinto; Jack Doohan retains seat for now
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Alpine signs Franco Colapinto; Jack Doohan retains seat for now

The Hindu  

Alpine signed Argentina’s Franco Colapinto to a multi-year deal Thursday as a test and reserve driver for the upcoming season, putting the 21-year-old closer to a full-time ride. Colapinto and Hirakawa are set to back up Williams’ full-time drivers Pierre Gasly and rookie Jack Doohan. “Now, it is time for a new chapter, and to take on this challenge with …

Williams explain decision to release Franco Colapinto to Alpine
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Williams explain decision to release Franco Colapinto to Alpine

The Independent  

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Franco Colapinto poised for dramatic F1 return after hint in deleted post
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Franco Colapinto poised for dramatic F1 return after hint in deleted post

The Independent  

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Franco Colapinto F1 seat update for 2025 after Sergio Perez dropped
3 months ago

Franco Colapinto F1 seat update for 2025 after Sergio Perez dropped

The Independent  

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Williams boss makes bold Carlos Sainz prediction after Ferrari F1 exit: ‘He’d prefer to be here’
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams boss makes bold Carlos Sainz prediction after Ferrari F1 exit: ‘He’d prefer to be here’

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Williams to open talks with Audi for 2025 F1 seat for rookie driver
6 months, 1 week ago

Williams to open talks with Audi for 2025 F1 seat for rookie driver

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Why Williams F1 felt Logan Sargeant reached his limit: ‘It was clear to everyone’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Williams F1 felt Logan Sargeant reached his limit: ‘It was clear to everyone’

New York Times  

Stay informed on all the biggest stories in Formula 1. “The future of Williams isn’t in investing in the past,” said James Vowles, the team principal. Vowles said that with Lawson, “the contractual situation with Red Bull wouldn’t have worked with me here at Williams, so that didn’t become an option for us in that circumstance.” However, Schumacher was in …

Who is Franco Colapinto? Argentine F1 driver replacing axed Logan Sargeant at Williams
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Who is Franco Colapinto? Argentine F1 driver replacing axed Logan Sargeant at Williams

The Independent  

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Williams drop Logan Sargeant and announce surprise replacement for rest of F1 season
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams drop Logan Sargeant and announce surprise replacement for rest of F1 season

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Williams drops Logan Sargeant from its F1 lineup mid-season and promotes Franco Colapinto
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams drops Logan Sargeant from its F1 lineup mid-season and promotes Franco Colapinto

Associated Press  

GROVE, England — Logan Sargeant, the only American driver in Formula 1, was fired by Williams on Tuesday and will be replaced starting this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix by Argentinian driver Franco Colapinto. “We have just brought a large upgrade to the car and need to maximize every points-scoring opportunity in a remarkably tight midfield battle.” Vowles acknowledged …

Logan Sargeant returns to F1 for 2024: Why Williams kept faith in the American
1 year, 3 months ago

Logan Sargeant returns to F1 for 2024: Why Williams kept faith in the American

New York Times  

After months of speculation, the 2024 Formula One grid is officially complete after Williams confirmed Logan Sargeant will remain with the team for next year. Here’s what you need to know: Sargeant is the final driver to have his seat confirmed for 2024 after Williams re-upped him in the wake of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. 🙌 — Williams Racing …

Jost Capito steps down as Williams F1 team principal
2 years, 3 months ago

Jost Capito steps down as Williams F1 team principal

The Hindu  

Williams Formula One team principal and chief executive Jost Capito is stepping aside after two years in charge and technical director Francois-Xavier Demaison is also leaving, the former champions said on Monday. “We would also like to thank FX for his contribution and wish him all the best for his future as he moves on.” U.S.-based private investment firm Dorilton …

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