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Kimi Antonelli headlines a Suzuka surprise, taking an early-season lead as McLaren and Alpine shine with Oscar Piastri and Pierre Gasly delivering strong drives. The weekend also delivers setbacks for Ferrari, Williams and Red Bull, while George Russell encounters misfortune that dents his championship momentum, underscoring a fraught Japanese Grand Prix for F1.
Alpine’s Alpenglow hydrogen-powered V6 prototype revs to 9,000 rpm, delivering about 740 hp and a top speed of 205 mph while emitting only water vapor. The design uses a pre-chamber and regulator for hydrogen at ~700 bar, with compact storage tanks and standard radiators to maintain aero efficiency. Blue energy-recovery brake lights and a transparent acrylic rear spoiler underscore that this car is a mobile lab for testing hydrogen in high-performance applications, suggesting clean-energy ICE viability without heavy battery packs.
An experienced Austrian climber, Thomas Plamberger, is facing negligent manslaughter charges after his girlfriend Kerstin Gurtner froze to death on Austria's Grossglockner. Prosecutors allege nine planning and equipment mistakes and a delayed call for help; Plamberger reportedly left her near the summit, returning hours later to find her dead. He denies wrongdoing; a conviction could carry up to three years in prison as the trial begins.
Mercedes has secured a multi-year Microsoft sponsorship starting in 2026, shifting allegiance from Alpine. The Microsoft logo will appear on the W17 and drivers’ overalls, with the deal expanding Microsoft Azure and AI capabilities to boost computing, simulations, race strategy, and cross‑team analytics.
Alpine's 2025 F1 season was challenging, with their best result being Pierre Gasly's 6th place at Silverstone. The team faced several setbacks, including driver changes and internal upheaval, but focused on future success with new regulations in 2026, maintaining their driver lineup and switching to Mercedes power units. Gasly's performances and team unity were highlights, despite a tough year overall.
Franco Colapinto has secured a multi-year deal with Alpine to race in Formula 1 starting in 2026, despite a challenging 2025 season with no points scored. The team expressed strong support for his development and potential, emphasizing their commitment to his growth alongside Pierre Gasly.
Alpine has confirmed Franco Colapinto as Pierre Gasly's teammate for the 2026 F1 season, citing his recent improvement and strategic commercial reasons, despite some questions about his performance and the team's overall struggles.
Franco Colapinto will remain with Alpine in 2026, partnering with Pierre Gasly as the team transitions to Mercedes engines, with the decision reflecting his steady progress and potential to grow as a top driver under the team's support.
Flavio Briatore praises Franco Colapinto's development and performance improvements, confirming his seat at Alpine for 2026 amidst team stability efforts and a focus on future competitiveness.
Alpine plans to review Franco Colapinto's decision to ignore team orders and overtake Pierre Gasly during the US Grand Prix, amid internal disappointment over the incident and team strategy execution.
Franco Colapinto disobeyed team orders by overtaking Pierre Gasly late in the US Grand Prix, leading to internal criticism from Alpine, despite improving their race result; the incident highlights team strategy tensions and driver motivation issues.
Alpine achieved a significant victory at the 6 Hours of Fuji in the FIA World Endurance Championship, overcoming early setbacks and a competitive field including Peugeot, Porsche, and Ferrari, with Ferdinand Habsburg, Paul-Loup Chatin, and Charles Milesi leading the team to its first overall WEC win since Monza 2022.
The article discusses the potential career moves of Christian Horner following his departure from Red Bull Racing, with speculation about him possibly joining Alpine or Ferrari, and the implications for Lewis Hamilton's future at Ferrari if Vasseur is replaced by Horner. It highlights the unlikely fit of Horner at Ferrari and the strong bond between Hamilton and Vasseur.
Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo announced his resignation after five years, marking another upheaval for Alpine and Renault's restructuring efforts, with de Meo set to join luxury firm Kering amid Renault's financial turnaround and ongoing changes in its F1 team.
Jack Doohan is set to make his Formula 1 debut at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, replacing Esteban Ocon at Alpine. Despite the high benchmark set by other rookies this season, Alpine boss Oliver Oakes believes Doohan is well-prepared, having undergone extensive testing and familiarized himself with the team. Doohan will race with the number 61 for this event, transitioning to number 7 in 2025.