The Argentine driver will make his debut this weekend in the world motor racing championship in the Italian Grand Prix at the Monza circuit.
The official account of Williams Racingthe brand that will represent the 21-year-old pilot, shared a video and photos of Colapinto Performing the first check-in as official F1 driver.
Besides, Colapinto He expressed his feelings about his imminent debut in a video shared by the team: “Hello everyone. We are in the biggest race in history in Monza, Italy. I’m very excited about my first Grand Prix.”
“It’s a very special moment in my career and I’m surrounded by a great team. It’s great to do it with Williamswhich has a great legacy in the Formula 1“, he stressed.
“I’m very, very happy about it, of course. I’m preparing with Gaetan and all the other guys in the team. So yeah, I’m looking forward to getting in the car tomorrow. Let’s do it,” he said.
When will Colapinto’s debut race in Formula 1 be?
The first big test for Franco Colapinto It will be in Italyon the circuit of Monza. It will take place this Sunday, September 1st.
The pilot from Buenos Aires will represent the Argentina after two decades. Williams Racing confirmed his debut and his permanence for the remainder of the 2024 season replacing Logan Sargeant.
Colapintowho had already participated in a free practice F1 at Silverstone In July, he will be part of the team alongside the Thai Alexander Albon and will use the number 43 for the next nine races.
After his great performance in the F2received an attractive proposal from the British team, which is seeking to improve its position in the competition.
Source: Ambito
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