** ”Nobody respects my opinion”: Colapint threatens to break his contract with Alpine after criticism and rumors about the Canada GP **
The 2025 Formula 1 season has been a whirlwind for Franco Colapinto, the young Argentine pilot who returned to the top category with Alpine. However, his career has been marked by internal tensions and public criticisms that have culminated in an explosive statement: “No one respects my opinion.” According to recent rumors, Colapinto would have threatened to break his contract with the French team after the harsh words of his teammate, Pierre Gasly, and the executive advisor, Flavio Briatore. In addition, it has been leaked that the pilot would not have an official seat for the Canada Grand Prix, scheduled for June 15, 2025 in the Gilles Villeneuve circuit.
Since its incorporation to Alpine, Colapinto has faced a demanding environment. After replacing Jack Doohan, who did not achieve the expected results, the Argentine debuted at the Emilia-Romaña Grand Prix with a 16th place, followed by a 13th in Monaco and a 15 ° in Spain. These results, although modest, have not met the expectations of Briatore, who expressed his discontent after the GP of Spain: “If I said I am happy, I would lie. I’m not happy.” These words, combined with the perception that the team favors Gasly, have generated frustration in Colapinto, who feels that his voice is not heard inside the team.
The relationship with Gasly also seems tense. Although specific details of the criticisms of his partner have not been revealed, sources close to the team suggest that Gasly’s comments on Colapint’s performance have fueled the discomfort. In addition, recurring technical problems in the A525 car, such as the fault in the gearbox during the classification in Spain, have fed theories of a possible internal “sabotage”, according to publications on social networks. These accusations, although not confirmed, have intensified the pressure on the young pilot.
The filtration that Colapinto may not have an official seat in the Canada GP has generated speculation about its future in Alpine. Briatore, known for his direct style, had previously denied that the Colapinto contract was limited to five races, stating that “Franco will make the careers he has to do.” However, the lack of results and the apparent preference for Gasly have led rumors that the team could be considering other options, such as Paul Aron or even external pilots such as Sergio Pérez by 2026.
Colapinto, meanwhile, remains optimistic but firm. In a recent interview, he said: “I’m eager to continue working with the team. There is much to learn from Canada.” However, his alleged threat of breaking the contract reflects a break point. With only 21 years, the Argentine faces a crucial challenge: to demonstrate his value in a crisis team, which occupies the last place in the Constructors Championship with just 11 points. The Canada GP will be decisive for its future in Formula 1.
