Franco Colapint interacted with his fans through Your new websitea few hours after the engines of the Formula 1 They roar again in the Japan Grand Prix. From its platform, the Argentine pilot who is like booking In the team Alpinehe answered several questions about his life and tastes.
In his interaction with the followers, one of the questions was about what name he would put his own Formula 1 team and what pilots would he choose for him. Colapinto replied: “If I had a team, I would call it ‘Pampa Racing‘To give him an Argentine touch. Would hire my ex-companion Alex Albon And maybe a Lewis Hamilton ”
Franco Colapinto’s love for Boca
Another of the outstanding moments was when the young man of 22 years spoke of his love for him Boca Juniors Club. To the question about his maximum idol of the institution, he answered without hesitation: “Growing, my Boca Juniors idol was Juan Román Riquelme”
In addition, he could not stop mentioning Lionel Messi: “Out of mouth, like all Argentines, I love Messi.” He also said that if he were not a pilot, he would have loved to be a footballer.
Franco Colapint’s day to day
In his talk with fans, the expilot of Williamswhich added four points in its first nine races of F1 In 2024, he also revealed details of his daily life.
For example, he said that he takes mate without sugar, enjoys it “in his rest time” and that his French still needs to improve. “It’s not perfect. I would love to learn, but at this time My priority is to stay in the best way to get back to a seat”He said.
When asked about whether he has any tattoo, Colapinto revealed: “Currently I have no tattoobut if one made me, I would tattoo the number 43 in my arm. ”
In addition, he expressed what most He likes his personality: “I am not afraid to try. I am not afraid to make mistakes or make mistakes, everything is part of the way.” And as for his dreams, beyond Formula 1, he mentioned: “My dream is to inspire as many young people as possible Argentine pilots to pursue their passion for motor racing and see more representation of my country at the highest level. ”
In relation to his work as a reserve pilot in Alpine, he explained what it is like to train in El Simulator and how it compares to the real experience on track. “While simulators are valuable tools to train, They cannot completely replicate physical challenges And the variables to handle a real F1 car, ”he said.
Colapint also gave details about his diet before the races: “I prefer Light meals that give me enough energy for the race, such as pasta with grilled chicken. If I could choose anything, I would eat a complete roast, but it would probably be too much before running. ”
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The expectation for the Japan Grand Prix
The 10 teams of the category will be presented in the circuit of Suzuka To dispute the third date of the championship. However, Colapinto will not be in the Alpine box as it happened on the first two dates in Australia and Chinasince working on the simulator, while Paul Aaron It occupies its place in the Japanese circuit.
Although this Friday, Alpine will go on track in Suzuka with a novelty. The team, advised by the experienced Flavio Briatoreit will be the first of the 2025 season to meet the Reglamentation to allow rookie pilots or without experience in Formula 1 take the steering wheel.
The Japanese Ryo Hirakawa will be in charge of commanding the A525 During the first free practice, which will take place on Thursday, April 3 at 11.30 pm in Argentina. Subsequently, Jack Doohan will return at the wheel from the FP2which will begin at 3 in the morning of Friday, April 4 in Argentina.
Source: Ambito
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