History of Franco Colapinto in Timeline

Franco Colapinto is an Argentine racing driver who competes in Formula One for Alpine. This highlights his profession as a racing driver and his affiliation with the Alpine Formula One team. The summary emphasizes his nationality and his involvement in a high-profile motorsport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1982: Last Argentine to Score Points in Formula One Before Colapinto

In 1982, Carlos Reutemann was the last Argentine to score points in Formula One before Franco Colapinto achieved this feat in 2024 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he qualified ninth and finished eighth.

2001: Last Argentine Driver in Formula One Before Colapinto

In 2001, Gastón Mazzacane was the last Argentine driver to compete in Formula One before Franco Colapinto's debut in 2024.

May 2003: Franco Colapinto's Birth

In May 2003, Franco Alejandro Colapinto was born. He is an Argentine racing driver competing in Formula One for Alpine.

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2016: Argentine Championship and Buenos Aires Regional Championship Wins

In 2016, Franco Colapinto won the Argentine Championship (Pre-Junior class) and the Buenos Aires Regional Championship (Pre-Junior class) in karting, showcasing his early talent.

2017: Buenos Aires Regional Championship Win

In 2017, Franco Colapinto won the Buenos Aires Regional Championship (Junior class) in karting, continuing his success in regional competitions.

2018: Started Junior Formulae

In 2018, Franco Colapinto graduated to junior formulae after winning several regional and national kart racing championships. This marked a significant step in his racing career.

2018: Car Racing Debut in F4 Spanish Championship

In 2018, Franco Colapinto made his car racing debut in the final round of the F4 Spanish Championship, driving for Drivex School, finishing second in race three and winning the final race. His father sold his house to fund the season.

2018: Argentine Championship Win and Youth Olympics

In 2018, Franco Colapinto won the Argentine Championship (Sudam class) and participated in the karting exhibition race at the Summer Youth Olympics, further establishing his presence in karting.

2019: Guest Driver at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps

During the 2019 season, Franco Colapinto drove for Drivex as a guest driver in the 2019 round at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, finishing the races in 15th and 14th position.

2019: Drivex at Spa and Catalunya

In 2019, Drivex ran Franco Colapinto during the season at Spa and Catalunya, contributing to his racing experience.

2019: Signed with FA Racing by Drivex and Won F4 Spanish Championship

In 2019, Franco Colapinto signed with FA Racing by Drivex for the F4 Spanish Championship. He achieved 10 poles, 11 wins, and 13 podiums, clinching the title nearly 100 points ahead of his nearest rival. His father sold his house to fund the season.

2019: F4 Spanish Championship Title

In 2019, Franco Colapinto won the F4 Spanish Championship with Drivex, securing his first title in junior formulae racing.

January 2020: Joined Toyota Racing Series

In January 2020, Franco Colapinto joined Kiwi Motorsport for the 2020 Toyota Racing Series, claiming a race win in Hampton Downs and finishing third in the standings.

July 2020: Joined Formula Renault Eurocup with MP Motorsport

In July 2020, Franco Colapinto joined Formula Renault Eurocup full-time with MP Motorsport, winning his first race on debut in Monza and finishing third in the championship with 213.5 points.

October 2020: Post-Season Testing with MP Motorsport

In October 2020, Franco Colapinto joined MP Motorsport for the first day of post-season testing at Catalunya, preparing for future racing opportunities.

2020: Finished Third in Two Racing Series

In 2020, Franco Colapinto finished third in both the Formula Renault Eurocup and the Toyota Racing Series, showcasing his talent in multiple racing categories.

2021: Joined Formula Regional European Championship

In 2021, Franco Colapinto joined the Formula Regional European Championship with MP Motorsport. He finished sixth in the standings despite missing two rounds, overcoming challenges such as technical infractions and initial lack of pace.

2021: Moved into Sportscar Racing

In 2021, Franco Colapinto transitioned to sportscar racing, competing in the LMP2 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship, European Le Mans Series, and Asian Le Mans Series for G-Drive, achieving a third-place finish in the latter. He also competed in Formula Regional European, finishing sixth overall.

2021: Partnered with Dennis Hauger at MP Motorsport

In 2024, Franco Colapinto was partnered with 2021 FIA Formula 3 champion Dennis Hauger at MP Motorsport, creating a strong driver lineup for the team.

2021: Asian Le Mans Series with G-Drive Racing

In the 2021 pre-season, Franco Colapinto participated in the Asian Le Mans Series for G-Drive Racing, achieving three podiums with teammates Rui Andrade and John Falb, placing them third in the LMP2 standings.

2022: Progressed to FIA Formula 3

In 2022, Franco Colapinto progressed to FIA Formula 3, marking another advancement in his racing career.

2022: Signed with Van Amersfoort Racing

In 2022, Franco Colapinto signed with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) for the season. He achieved VAR's maiden victory in Imola and faced challenges such as time penalties and collisions.

2022: Post-Season Test with MP Motorsport

In September 2022, Franco Colapinto participated in the post-season test with MP Motorsport, further solidifying his relationship with the team.

January 9, 2023: Announced as MP Motorsport's Driver for 2023

On January 9, 2023, Franco Colapinto was announced as MP Motorsport's driver for the 2023 season, partnering with Jonny Edgar and Mari Boya. Despite challenges, he showed promise and determination.

January 2023: Joined Williams Driver Academy

In January 2023, Franco Colapinto joined the Williams Driver Academy, a significant step in his Formula One aspirations.

October 2023: Promotion to Formula 2 with MP Motorsport

In October 2023, MP Motorsport announced that they would promote Franco Colapinto to their Formula 2 outfit for the final race in Yas Marina and the full 2024 season, replacing Jehan Daruvala. Colapinto expressed excitement for the opportunity.

2023: Joined Williams Driver Academy

In 2023, Franco Colapinto became a member of the Williams Driver Academy, a significant step in his Formula One aspirations.

2023: Withdrawal from Macau Grand Prix

In 2023, Franco Colapinto was set to race in the Macau Grand Prix with MP Motorsport, but he withdrew last-minute due to a broken collarbone and was replaced by Dennis Hauger, marking a setback in his racing season.

2024: Formula One Debut with Williams

In 2024, Franco Colapinto made his Formula One debut with Williams at the Italian Grand Prix, replacing Logan Sargeant. He became the first Argentine driver to compete in Formula One since 2001.

2024: Formula One Free Practice Debut

In 2024, Franco Colapinto made his Formula One free practice debut at the British Grand Prix, driving for Williams in place of Logan Sargeant. He considered it a "historic moment" representing Argentina.

2024: Full Season in Formula 2

In 2024, Franco Colapinto was set to compete in a full season in Formula 2 with MP Motorsport, marking a significant step in his racing career.

2024: First F2 Victory and Shaky Start to Season

In the 2024 season, Franco Colapinto secured his first F2 victory at Imola. Before that, the season started with a shaky sprint race in Bahrain but he scored his first points with sixth place in the feature race. He experienced a woeful weekend in Jeddah with a stall in the sprint and suspension failure in the feature race. There was also a disqualification in Melbourne.

2024: Replaced Logan Sargeant at Williams

In the middle of the 2024 season, after the Dutch Grand Prix, Franco Colapinto was announced as the replacement for Logan Sargeant at Williams, debuting at the Italian Grand Prix and competing in the remaining nine rounds. He qualified eighteenth and finished twelfth.