IT’S A GAME IN ALPINE! LECLERC EXPLODES AGAINST DOOHAN AND PUTS COLAPINTO ON TOP
The simmering tensions within the Alpine Formula 1 team have reportedly erupted into open conflict, with Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc unexpectedly playing a significant role in seemingly solidifying Franco Colapinto’s position at the expense of the disgruntled Jack Doohan. Sources within the paddock suggest a heated exchange occurred involving Leclerc, Doohan, and potentially Alpine management, ultimately appearing to bolster Colapinto’s standing within the team despite the controversy surrounding his sudden promotion.
While the exact details of Leclerc’s “explosion” remain unclear, the context points towards a potential defense of Alpine’s decision to favor Colapinto over Doohan. Given Leclerc’s close relationship with Ferrari and the general camaraderie within the younger generation of F1 drivers, it’s speculated that he may have taken issue with Doohan’s public criticism of Alpine and Flavio Briatore, particularly Doohan’s call for an FIA investigation into the driver swap. Leclerc’s intervention, regardless of its specific content, seems to have further isolated Doohan within the Alpine setup.
The immediate consequence of Leclerc’s outburst appears to be a strengthening of Colapinto’s position within the team. Despite the cloud of controversy surrounding his rapid ascent to a race seat, Colapinto now seemingly has the implicit backing of a prominent figure like Leclerc, potentially swaying internal team dynamics further in his favor. Doohan, on the other hand, finds himself increasingly marginalized, his public grievances seemingly met with resistance not only from within Alpine but also from drivers outside the team.
The unfolding drama at Alpine has taken a bizarre and unexpected turn with Leclerc’s intervention. What began as a contentious driver swap has now morphed into a complex web of team politics and inter-driver dynamics. Leclerc’s forceful stance has seemingly amplified the “game” within Alpine, further complicating Doohan’s efforts to challenge the team’s decision and solidifying Colapinto’s place, at least for the time being. The F1 world will be watching closely to see the long-term ramifications of this surprising external influence on Alpine’s internal struggles.
