Franco Colapinto performs well in Italian Formula 1 debut: ‘It’s a moment I will always remember’

2024-09-01 15:23:34

Argentinian Franco Colapinto makes debut in Formula 1 Finished 12th at the Italian Grand Prix at Imola. His performance marked the Argentinian rider’s return to the class for the first time in 2001. “This is a moment I will always remember.” He admits.

Colapinto drives for Williams Racing An efficient strategy was adopted, starting the race on medium tires and making just one pit stop, Unlike several competitors. This allowed him to maintain a steady pace and ended up just two points behind. The Argentinian started in eighteenth place.

The race victory belonged to Ferrari’s Monaco driver Charles Leclerc, who celebrated in front of Italian fans at the historic track. The podium was completed by Australian driver Oscar Piastri and British driver Lando Norris from McLaren. Leclerc and Colapinto were the only drivers to make just one pit stop, withstanding the final pressure from McLaren.

Norris starts from pole position, Unable to take the opportunity to narrow the gap with the championship leader,Dutchman Max Verstappen finished sixth.

Colapinto's image reaches top 10 and enters Formula 1 category

colapinto debut Marking the return of the Argentinian driver to Formula 1 after Gaston Mazzacane, He competed in this category in 2001.

Next The championship race will be the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Scheduled for September 15th.

Pictures of Franco Colapinto's Formula 1 debut at Italian Grand Prix: where to see them

Here’s how the Formula 1 championship standings look after Leclerc’s win:

1-Verstappen: 303

2-Norris: 241

3-Leclerc: 217

4- Plate:197

5- Sainz:184

Information from Argentina News.


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