Kelly Piquet shakes the F1 with a sarcastic comment towards Franco Colapinto

In the vertiginous world of formula 1, where speed and adrenaline dominate, words can also run at high speed and leave a wake of controversy. This time, Kelly Piquet, a couple of the world champion Max Verstappen, has become the center of attention after launching a nine -words scathing comment addressed to the young Argentine pilot Franco Colapinto. Alpine’s debutant reaction not only surprised Piquet, but has lit social networks, turning this exchange into a hot topic that promises to capture the attention of fans.

Everything happened during the recent Monaco Grand Prix, a weekend loaded with emotions and tense moments in the iconic street circuit. Colapinto, who at 21 is leaving an indelible brand in its first full season with Alpine, had already had friction with Verstappen on the track, especially after a maneuver in Icola where he used the DRS unexpectedly, disconcerting the Dutch. But this time, it was out of the track where the spark went on. According to warned sources, Kelly Piquet, known for her constant presence in the Paddock and her unconditional support for Verstappen, would have released a sarcastic comment in a private conversation that, however, soon filtered: “It seems that Colapint wants to steal the show to all.”

These nine words, loaded with irony, pointed directly to the charismatic Argentine pilot, whose popularity has grown exponentially thanks to his talent, his rude on track and his charisma in front of the microphones. However, what Piquet did not expect was Colapint’s response. In a later interview with Fox Sports, the Argentine, with his characteristic Buenos Aires humor, dropped a replica that disarmed any attempt at confrontation: “If Kelly believes that I want the show, that he invites me to the next one!” The answer, ingenious and casual, not only neutralized Piquet’s comment, but unleashed a wave of memes and reactions in social networks, especially in Argentina, where fans celebrated the audacity of their compatriot.

This exchange is not an isolated fact. The relationship between Colapinto and Verstappen has been the subject of attention since the Argentine broke into the F1. In Isola, Verstappen had already expressed his surprise for the tactics of Colapinto, and in Monaco, an ironic gesture of the Dutch after a meeting on the track he put the Argentine back in the eye of the hurricane. But far from shrinking, Colapint has managed to capitalize on these moments, winning the affection of the fans and the respect of their colleagues. His phrase after the Singapore Grand Prix, where he joked about a crossing with Verstappen, is an example of his ability to handle the pressure: “Max laughed, so I guess it’s not so angry.”

Piquet’s comment, although brief, has opened a broader debate on the impact of public figures on F1. Kelly, daughter of the world tricampeón Nelson Piquet and an influencer with millions of followers, is much more than “Verstappen’s couple.” Her presence in the Paddock and her past with the pilot Daniil Kvyat has made her a media figure in her own right. However, his comment to Colapinto has generated criticism from some fans, who consider him unnecessary, while others see him as a natural defense of his partner, who has had several friction with the Argentine.

On the opposite side, Colapinto continues to consolidate as a rising star. His ability to respond with humor and keep calm under pressure has made him a favorite on social networks, especially on platforms such as Facebook, where the clips of his interviews and maneuvers are shared massively. This incident with Piquet only feeds his narrative of “Underdog” that challenges the giants of the F1, a story that resonates with the Latin American public.

While the F1 season progresses, this chapter between Piquet and Colapinto adds a new seasoning to a category that not only lives with speed, but also of personalities and rivalries. Is this the end of the story or just the beginning of a larger saga? For now, one thing is safe: Franco Colapinto will not remain silent, and fans are ready to share every moment on their Facebook walls.