🥳 It’s official! Franco confirmed by Alpine for 2026

Franco's Formula 1 journey to continue into 2026

Published

07 Nov 2025

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The Argentinian driver will stay on the Formula 1 grid as Alpine’s full-time driver next season.

🏁 A dream that keeps accelerating

The announcement we’ve all been waiting for is now a reality: Franco Colapinto has been confirmed by the BWT Alpine F1 Team for the 2026 Formula 1 season. Alpine said in their press release: "When the dates align; number 43 confirmed to drive for Alpine next season on 07.11.25 ahead of the São Paulo Grand Prix this weekend." Our favourite driver will continue his journey in the pinnacle of motorsport, a path built through effort, talent, and unbreakable determination.

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Franco earned his place

After a year of consistent growth, showing maturity, speed, and commitment both on and off the track, everyone agreed he deserved to stay, and with a more permanent contract.

This confirmation is exactly that: recognition of the hard work and dedication that brought him here.

What began as a temporary opportunity has now become proof that hard work, patience, and passion can open the biggest doors in sport.

💬 Official team statement

The BWT Alpine F1 Team has confirmed that Franco Colapinto will be a full-time race driver for the entire 2026 season, alongside Pierre Gasly, in a line-up that blends youth, talent, and ambition. "Today on Friday at the São Paulo Grand Prix, it's also dedicated to our #43, with BWT Alpine Formula One Team announcing that Franco Colapinto will complete the team's driver line-up for the 2026 season."

From Enstone and Viry, the team highlighted Franco’s progress, as well as his technical and personal contribution throughout the year. "For the mathematicians and eagle-eyed fans out there looking for secret clues, today's date [07.11.25] adds up to Franco's race number, which will remain on the car for next season. Today's confirmation is a continuation of the multi-year agreement to secure Franco's driving services made in January earlier this year."

Franco Colapinto:

“I am very grateful to Flavio and the entire team for their belief in me to help drive the team forwards in the future. Ever since I made my Formula One debut, I knew, given the circumstances at play, it would be a huge challenge to keep my place in this sport. It has been a long and tough road, and I am very proud for the opportunity to drive with this team again in 2026, alongside Pierre, who has been a great team-mate and will undoubtedly be someone I can continue to learn from. Finally, it is very special and timely to make this announcement here in Brazil this weekend. Being so close to my home country of Argentina and an event that feels like a home race for me where I have so much support. To have so many fans on this journey with me and the team is why we go racing and next year, when there should be a reset in Formula One, we can hopefully give every single person who cheers for us something to truly smile and celebrate. Vamos Alpine!”

Flavio Briatore:

“I've been following Franco's progress throughout his time in Formula One and I have always believed that he has the right attributes and potential to be a top driver who can grow with the team. Our decision to continue together for 2026 is a clear indication of our commitment and strong support for Franco as he develops as a race driver. It has been a tough year for the whole team, and it hasn't been the easiest scenario to perform in, however both Franco and Pierre have done their best to help put the team in the best possible position for next season. With the line-up of Pierre and Franco, we have a good blend of experience, speed and talent that will help drive the team forward and hopefully give our fans something to cheer and shout about next season.”

What comes next

The upcoming season will mark the next chapter in Franco’s F1 story. With more experience, new goals, and the support of the global Fran Club 43 community, the challenge is only just beginning.

"Franco has shown promise and potential with gradual improvement across the season and has also developed a positive relationship with the team and engineers. The announcement comes in the build-up to the São Paulo Sprint weekend in front of the passionate and enthusiastic South American crowd, whose chants can be heard echoing around the iconic Autódromo José Carlos Pace."

🩵 Thank you for being part of every step of this journey

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Congratulations, Franco!

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