Franco Colapinto Discusses Flavio Briatore's Leadership at Alpine

Franco Colapinto has shared insights into Flavio Briatore's leadership style at Alpine, noting that while Briatore can be demanding, his approach is crucial for the team's success in Formula 1.

After a challenging 2025 season, Alpine is striving for a stronger position in the midfield. Colapinto highlighted a recent incident following the Canadian Grand Prix, where the team achieved a double points finish. Despite this success, Briatore expressed dissatisfaction, pushing the team to improve further.

Colapinto described Briatore as intensely competitive, stating that his pressure on the team, even after positive results, is essential for progress. The team is also looking forward to a partnership with Gucci, which Colapinto believes will enhance Alpine's financial flexibility and support their ambitions for improvement.