Summary
Alpine, a Formula 1 team, spoke out against online abuse directed at their reserve driver Franco Colapinto and dismissed any rumors of favoritism towards teammate Pierre Gasly. The team clarified they equally support both drivers and condemned recent negative reactions after races involving Colapinto.
Key Facts
- Alpine publicly condemned social media abuse targeting driver Franco Colapinto.
- Colapinto joined Alpine as a reserve driver in 2025 after leaving Williams.
- There were rumors that Alpine favored Pierre Gasly, Colapinto's teammate.
- Alpine firmly denied any favoritism or sabotage and stated both drivers have equal standing.
- Colapinto has scored one point in the current season, while Gasly has scored 15.
- Alpine also condemned death threats sent to former racer Esteban Ocon following an incident involving Colapinto.
- The team promised transparency about car upgrades throughout the racing season.
