Atento Colapinto: a prediction from an English media outlet left him out of the next Formula 1 season

In the midst of the standstill in Formula 1 due to the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to conflict in the Middle East, a prediction about the 2027 season surprised the motoring world: Franco Colapinto was not included as the starting driver in Alpine.

The analysis was carried out by the British media outlet The Race, which projected what the grid would look like in a year's time based on current performance, rumors and possible market movements. The Argentine driver's absence attracted attention, especially considering that the 2026 season has just begun and he has already scored his first point in the Chinese Grand Prix

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Although the reasons for their exclusion were not detailed, it is estimated that it could be linked to the internal requirements of the French team and to the need for immediate results.

At the screening, the Gauls would line up Pierre Gasly alongside Alex Albon, who would leave Williams.

Another surprise in the report was the absence of Max Verstappen, who was temporarily removed from the category for a possible sabbatical year, something that the Dutchman himself has insinuated on more than one occasion in the midst of his criticism of

regulatory changes.

The report also anticipates the arrival of new talent, such as Nikola Tsolov, who would make the leap from Formula 2 to join Racing Bulls, and Yuki Tsunoda's move to Haas.

In addition, he plans other significant changes: Arvid Lindblad would be promoted to Red Bull, Esteban Ocon would move from Haas to Williams.

Although this is only a journalistic projection, the Argentinian's absence generated repercussions among fans and rekindled the debate about his future in the category, in a context where every result can be decisive to sustain a place in the

top of motorsport.

Meanwhile, the 2026 season remains on hiatus and will resume its schedule on the first weekend of May with the Miami Grand Prix. In this context, Colapinto continues his preparation and will also be the protagonist of a special exhibition in Buenos Aires on April 26, where he will drive a car on a street circuit in

Palermo.

When Colapinto returns to racing

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the face of the cancellations of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the Argentine driver would only return to the ring in May, for the Miami Grand Prix, which will take place between Friday 1st and Sunday 3rd