Colapinto surprises in Austria and challenges Gasly in Formula 1 2025
The 2025 season of Formula 1 is being a whirlwind of emotions, and the Austria Grand Prix was no exception. In the Red Bull Ring circuit, the young Argentine pilot Franco Colapinto left everyone with his mouth open by overcoming his experienced teammate in Alpine, Pierre Gasly, even with a damaged car. This milestone, which has resonated in the Paddock, shows that Collapint’s emerging talent is ready to shine in the highest category of motor racing, although the challenges for Alpine and its future on the track are not few.
In a vibrant race, Colapinto ended in position 15, without points, but with a performance that eclipsed expectations. Despite a clash with Yuki Tsunoda that damaged the front wing and the flat background of his Alpine A525, the Argentine achieved impressive crons. In the last stretch of the race, with hard tires and a compromised car, Colapint marked an average time of 1: 10,629, surpassing Gasly, who with middle tires recorded 1: 10,804. This data, extracted from telemetry, not only reflects the 22 -year -old pilot’s ability, but also its ability to maximize a car that is not at its best.
The Alpine team, however, is going through a complicated moment. Flavio Briatore, executive advisor and key figure in the team, did not hide his concern after another career without adding points. The lack of rhythm of the A525 and the difficulties in the stops in boxes, such as the 3.9 seconds that delayed the change of collapint tires, have highlighted the shortcomings of the French team. Briatore, known for their ambition and success history with Benetton and Renault, said the current performance is alarming, especially when rivals such as Sauber and Aston Martin have managed to expand their advantage in the Construction Championship.
Despite these obstacles, Colapinto continues to win the respect of his colleagues. During the premiere of the Formula 1 film starring Brad Pitt, the Argentine shared laughs and moments with Czech Pérez, who did not hesitate to dedicate words of encouragement. This support, added to BriTore’s confidence, which brought it from Williams with a five -year contract, reinforces the position of Colapinto in Alpine, at least until the next Grand Prix in Silverstone. His future, however, is evaluated by career, and rumors about a possible replacement by pilots such as Valtteri Bottas have begun to circulate, although for now they seem distant speculation.
The 2025 season of Formula 1 is full of names that capture attention. Fernando Alonso, with his usual mastery, and the young Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto, who added his first points in Austria, are just some of the protagonists who have made this year an unforgettable show. Pilots such as Oscar Piastri, Nico Hülkenberg, Carlos Sainz, Liam Lawson, Yuki Tsunoda, Kimi Antonelli and Jack Doohan are also leaving their mark, each contributing their spark to a grill that does not stop surprising.
For Colapint, the road is not easy. His debut with Alpine in Isola and his first races have shown flashes of their potential, but also the limits of a car that is not up to the leaders. The French team already has a look set in 2026, when the new regulations and the arrival of Mercedes engines could change the rules of the game. For now, the Argentine focuses on continuing to learn, improving and demonstrating that his talent can overcome the limitations of his car.
Formula 1 2025 is at its best, with races full of action, overtaking to the limit and moments that keep fans to the edge of their seats. If you want to live every Grand Prize to the maximum, do not miss our live broadcasts, with onboard cameras and the best highlights of each race. It follows Colapint closely and all the pilots who are writing the story of this exciting championship. Who will be the next to surprise? The track has the last word.
