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Franco Colapinto Takes to Zandvoort: A New Chapter with Alpine

Franco Colapinto recently had his first test outing with Alpine at Zandvoort, marking a significant step in his career as he replaces Jack Doohan starting from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

Our Take:

Colapinto's test at Zandvoort not only highlights Alpine's faith in young talent but also showcases their strategy of fostering fresh drivers in F1. This could be a pivotal moment in his career, as he aims to carve out a reputation alongside established names like Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

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Source: https://www.f1technical.net/news/26784

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