Colapinto signs 2027 Alpine deal, Gasly remains

7 sourcesUpdated Aug 30, 2026

Alpine has confirmed Franco Colapinto will remain with the team for the 2027 season, pairing him again with Pierre Gasly as the lineup remains unchanged. The decision emphasizes continuity and long-term development of both the driver program and the car, with team principal Flavio Briatore highlighting consistency as key while focusing on building a faster race car. Colapinto’s progression from reserve to full-time driver has improved year over year, culminating in a 2026 season that has seen him accumulate points and demonstrate maturity, despite a challenging 2025 campaign. Alpine’s move appears to be driven by Colapinto’s demonstrated growth, his growing popularity in Argentina, and the value of stability during a critical development phase for the team. The announcement ends months of speculation about potential external recruits and aligns with a broader strategy to minimize driver-market disruption while concentrating resources on engineering and performance gains. While Alonso rumors had circulated, Alpine opted to retain its existing roster, signaling a deliberate choice to cultivate internal talent and steer the team’s mid-term trajectory.

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Alpine Keeps Colapinto for 2027 with Gasly

Alpine has retained Franco Colapinto for the 2027 Formula 1 season, keeping him in a two-driver lineup with Pierre Gasly after a notable rise in 2026 and career-best results, with the team aiming to compete for wins. The renewal underscores Alpine’s mid‑field push and stability, highlighting Colapinto’s journey from Williams to Alpine and Gasly’s continued role through 2028 alongside Colapinto’s ongoing development.

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