While preparing for the United States Grand Prix, Franco Colapinto continues to generate debate with his statements.
The team Williams Racing of Formula 1 announced that is officially launching the merchandising line dedicated to the Argentine pilot Franco Colapinto. This news generated great interest among fans, who are eagerly waiting to purchase products related to their favorite driver. However, Franco was not entirely happy with the situation, expressing his concern about the prices and demand for the merch.
Colapinto began his racing career at a young age, showing a natural talent for racing. At the age of six, he began competing in karting, where he quickly stood out for his skill and determination. His dedication led him to be part of various single-seater categories, such as Formula Renault Euro Cup and the Formula 3 Euro Cupwhere he gained notoriety for his aggressive driving style and his ability to adapt to different track conditions. In 2024, he had the opportunity to debut in the Formula 1 with the Williams team, becoming the first Argentine to drive for the team in 23 years. His rise in the sport was a source of pride for many, and his recent inclusion in F1 is celebrated as a great achievement for Argentine motorsport.
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The advice that Franco Colapinto gave about his official merch
in the program F1 heartColapinto did not hesitate to express his discomfort regarding the prices of official merchandising. With his usual sincerity, he stated: “The only thing I hope is that they don’t melt down buying this nonsense because they make me horny”referring to the great investment made by his followers. Their main concern was that the high price of the products would negatively affect the finances of their fans.
Colapinto added: “Because Williams puts a price on it that not even Cristiano Ronaldo can buy, then the Argentines go crazythey leave them out of stock and then we are eating rice for two stupid months”, pointing out the fever that awakens among Argentines to acquire official products and how it could affect their daily lives. These statements generated a strong debate among his followers, who valued his honesty but also questioned his tone when addressing the topic.
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What is Franco Colapinto’s next career?
The next race Franco Colapinto will be the United States Grand Prix that cums in Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Below, we share the complete schedule of activities for the weekend:
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Friday:
- Free practice 1: 2:30 p.m.
- Free practice 2: 4:30 p.m.
- Qualification for the Sprint Race: 6:30 p.m.
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Saturday:
- Sprint Race: 3:00 p.m.
- Quality: 7:00 p.m.
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Sunday:
- Main career: 4:00 p.m.
Source: Ambito
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