Franco Colapinto took over Jack Doohan’s seat at Alpine following the Miami Grand Prix, leaving the Australian sidelined just six rounds into the campaign.
Since then, Colapinto has endured a difficult season, partly due to the Alpine car being far from competitive this year; even the experienced Pierre Gasly has struggled with the A525.
READ MORE: Alpine make final driver selection for 2026 F1 season
Felipe Massa trial to begin as Bernie Ecclestone, F1 and FIA named as defendants
Felipe Massa's court case over the 2008 Formula 1 world championship is to begin today in London's Royal Courts of Justice.
The Brazilian is seeking to be recognised as the rightful 2008 champion, around £64 million in lost earnings (plus interest), his status as world champion would have earned and wants a statement from the FIA admitting it broke its own regulations by not immediately investigating allegations of race-fixing against Nelson Piquet Jr in the 2008 Singapore GP.
READ MORE: Felipe Massa trial to begin as Bernie Ecclestone, F1 and FIA named as defendants
FIA launch staggering response to Felipe Massa claim as court case begins
The FIA has labelled Felipe Massa's claim to be the rightful F1 champion of 2008 as “torturous” and “overly ambitious”.
Massa is seeking damages from the race-fixing scandal that took place in Singapore 17 years ago, a situation orchestrated by Renault which changed the face of the grand prix.
READ MORE: FIA launch staggering response to Felipe Massa claim as court case begins
Franco Colapinto is the wrong choice for Alpine - the solution is obvious
Franco Colapinto is poised to remain in his race seat with Alpine for the 2026 F1 season, as reported by RacingNews365 earlier today.
De facto team principal Flavio Briatore has made clear in recent weeks that his decision regarding Pierre Gasly’s team-mate for next year has narrowed to a choice between the Argentine incumbent and reserve driver Paul Aron.
READ MORE: Franco Colapinto is the wrong choice for Alpine - the solution is obvious
George Russell delivers 'lose-lose' Max Verstappen claim over Mercedes links
George Russell believes Max Verstappen joining Mercedes would more likely be a "lose-lose" situation for the Dutchman than for him.
The 27-year-old, who has revealed there is a performance clause in his favour for 2027 written into his recent contract extension, would "relish" the prospect of partnering the four-time F1 drivers' champion.
READ MORE: George Russell delivers 'lose-lose' Max Verstappen claim over Mercedes links
Isack Hadjar 'practicing' for major F1 test in 2026
Isack Hadjar has outlined he is “practicing” for a significant test in 2026 when new technical regulations come into play.
The Racing Bulls driver has enjoyed a positive rookie campaign this year, which peaked with a run to third place at the Dutch Grand Prix.
READ MORE: Isack Hadjar 'practicing' for major F1 test in 2026
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