Pierre Gasly has caused a stir in the Formula 1 world by making an explosive statement regarding the driver situation at the Alpine team. In a surprising twist, Gasly has directly asked Flavio Briatore, former Renault team boss, to promote young Argentinian prospect Franco Colapinto and to immediately remove Jack Doohan, the current driver competing for Alpine in Formula 2.
Gasly’s request, which was made known through an internal source close to the team, has not gone unnoticed. In the midst of a season filled with uncertainty and challenges, Gasly did not hesitate to express his frustration and his desire to see radical changes within the team’s structure. Despite Alpine showing great promise in recent years, the lack of consistent results has led to growing discontent, especially among drivers struggling to achieve the team’s goals.
Colapinto, a 20-year-old talent, has been closely watched by many in the paddock, who see him as one of the future stars of Formula 1. His outstanding performance in Formula 2 has been a source of admiration, and many experts consider him a promising prospect. Gasly’s suggestion of giving him a chance in Formula 1 reflects the confidence the French driver has in his teammate for the near future. Gasly, who has also had a distinguished career in F1, knows the importance of having drivers with potential to remain competitive at the highest level of motorsport.
Meanwhile, Jack Doohan’s situation appears to be at a crossroads. Despite his efforts in Formula 2, the Australian has failed to impress enough to secure a seat in Alpine’s main team. Gasly, known for his outspokenness and desire for quick results, believes the team needs a lineup change to improve its performance and meet F1’s expectations.
The intervention of Gasly, a driver with vast F1 experience, has been a direct blow to Alpine’s structure and has made it clear that patience in this sport is limited. With fierce competition and constant pressure from sponsors and fans, strategic decisions within teams must be swift and precise.
Alpine now faces a dilemma: should it continue to rely on Doohan’s experience or make way for Colapinto’s youth? The answer to this question could define Alpine’s immediate future in F1 and the careers of many of its drivers. The coming weeks will undoubtedly be crucial to determine whether Gasly will have the necessary influence to convince Briatore to follow his advice and bring about changes to the Alpine lineup.
