Alpine’s 2025 season has taken an unexpected turn, as reports from Autosport suggest the team is considering swapping Jack Doohan for reserve driver Franco Colapinto as soon as the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. Although nothing has been confirmed, this potential change has sparked intense debate and frustration among fans, who have taken to social media expressing disbelief and impatience over the possible announcement.
Jack Doohan, the 21-year-old Australian, has been recognized as a promising talent despite Alpine’s overall struggles this season. His resilience, strategic racecraft, and consistent performances in challenging machinery have earned the admiration of many supporters. One fan commented,
IMHO Doohan has shown in the lower formulae that he has pace, intelligence and grit,
defending the young driver amid swirling rumors.
The speculation about a driver swap seems fueled not only by team dynamics but also by whispered comments from sponsors suggesting Franco Colapinto, Argentina’s most exciting F1 prospect in recent years, might make his debut soon. Fans, however, have voiced concerns about how this sudden move could affect Alpine’s already fragile team morale and momentum, fearing that the abrupt change might do more harm than good.
Reactions online have ranged from sharp sarcasm to harsh criticism of Alpine and the broader F1 talent system. One user cynically noted,
Red Bull has done irreversible damage to this sport,
while others joked darkly about the financial implications:
So they can have millions more in crash damages.
Despite Colapinto’s undeniable potential, the uncertain timing and manner of this possible switch have left many anxious and overwhelmed.
As the countdown to Imola continues, Jack Doohan and Franco Colapinto find themselves caught in a tense situation, awaiting official word from Alpine. Fans remain glued to their screens, refreshing updates and debating what this move could mean for the team’s future and the careers of both drivers in a season already filled with upheaval.
