Alpine's message confirms what everyone expected about Franco Colapinto

Formula 1 is making headlines again for Argentine fans, and this time for a reason that has many excited. All signs point to Franco Colapinto remaining with Alpine for the 2026 season, following a post from the team that set social media ablaze and sent a clear message about his future.

In the lead-up to the Brazilian Grand Prix , the French team shared an enigmatic image on their social media with the phrase "Have you done your math yet?" and the numbers 7+11+25 , which add up to 43 , the number that identifies the Argentine driver. The detail did not go unnoticed by fans, who interpreted the message as a veiled confirmation that Colapinto will continue in Formula 1 next year .

Expectations are running high, as the official announcement is expected this Friday, coinciding with the start of practice and qualifying for the Sprint race. Everything suggests the team is preparing a major announcement at Interlagos, where a large contingent of Argentine fans will be cheering on their compatriot.

Despite the difficulties he faced during the season with a car that wasn't competitive with the frontrunners , Colapinto managed to stand out in several races, even outperforming his teammate Pierre Gasly at times during the championship. This consistency, along with his quick adaptation to the pace of Formula 1, convinced Alpine's management to keep him as a key part of their new project.

Furthermore, the French team is preparing to incorporate Mercedes engines in 2026 , which will represent a considerable improvement in overall performance. For Colapinto, this means starting next season with a more competitive car and a full preseason to definitively establish himself among the top contenders.

The Argentine, originally from Pilar, could thus begin his second consecutive year in the most demanding category of world motorsport, a fact that confirms his growth and the impact he has had on the grid since his debut.