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Newsweek
a day ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Pirelli Steps Away From Controversy After Colapinto Crash in 2026 Tire Test
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Formula One tire supplier Pirelli has released a statement after Franco Colapinto suffered a major crash while testing the 2026 tire compound in Hungary. Pirelli has distanced itself from a potential controversy, confirming that there is no link between the new tire compound and Colapinto's crash. Alpine, McLaren, Racing Bulls, and Ferrari were said to be taking part in the tire test, as the rest of F1 enjoys the summer break. The test began on Monday at the Hungaroring, where the 2026 C3, C4, and C5 compounds were reportedly assessed. Images of Colapinto's wrecked test Alpine A525 were making rounds on social media after the crash, suggesting that the incident occurred at high speed at Turn 11. Newsweek Sports reported Alpine's statement after the incident, which confirmed that the Argentinian driver was safe. It read: "During Day 2 of Pirelli Tyre Testing at the Hungaroring this morning, Franco Colapinto had an incident at Turn 11. Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK." Franco Colapinto of Argentina driving the (43) Alpine F1 A525 Renault on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Hungary at Hungaroring on August 02, 2025 in Budapest, Hungary. Franco Colapinto of Argentina driving the (43) Alpine F1 A525 Renault on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Hungary at Hungaroring on August 02, 2025 in Budapest, the reason for the crash has not been made public, Pirelli has distanced the 2026 tire from potential safety concerns. Pirelli's motorsport head Mario Isola confirmed that there is no connection between the new tires and Colapinto's crash. He said in a statement: "These have been two useful days for making progress with the development of our compounds for next season, given that we are now entering the home straight. "The Hungaroring is a demanding track due to its many slow curves and the amount of energy that goes into the tyres on a lap that is rather short. This makes it a challenging place to test tyres, in particular for the compounds that will be central to the 2026 range – which will go from C1 to C6 like this year. "We have collected a lot of data, although it was a pity that we lost some of our potential mileage today when Colapinto went off the track, even though this was not in any way linked to the tyres. "As for construction, we have verified our final solutions as far as homologation is concerned, ahead of the regulations coming on September 1. By contrast we now have three further test sessions – in Monza, Mugello and Mexico City – to conclude the development of the compounds, whose homologation is due on December 15." F1 enters a new era of regulations in 2026, where cars will feature a new chassis and a new power unit with 50% electrification. To complement the new car's compact size, the 2026 Pirelli tires will be 25 and 30 millimeters thinner at the front and rear.
News.com.au
2 days ago
- Automotive
- News.com.au
F1 star Franco Colapinto suffers horror crash during tyre testing
Alpine have issued a statement after driver Franco Colapinto was involved in a crash during testing. Images appeared to show Colapinto had collided with barriers at the Hungaroring during Pirelli tyre testing, The Sun reports. Fox Sports, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every practice, qualifying session and race in the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™ LIVE in 4K. New to Kayo? Join now and get your first month for just $1. Alpine is one of a number of Formula One teams that are currently testing for the 2026 campaign during the F1 summer break. Teams have been testing prototype Pirelli tyres for next year's compounds to simulate the loads the 2026 regulations are due to generate in the short break before the 2025 schedule continues in the Netherlands at the end of the month. The 2026 tyres are set to be 25mm narrower at the front and 30mm narrower at the rear. Colapinto, Lando Norris, Liam Lawson and Paul Aron are some of the names that have been testing this week. But things went awry for Colapinto when he crashed on turn 11 during a lap around Hungaroring. A team statement from Alpine said: 'Team Update. During Day 2 of Pirelli Tyre Testing at the Hungaroring this morning, Franco Colapinto had an incident at Turn 11. 'Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK.' It comes after a frustrating outing for Colapinto at last week's Hungary Grand Prix. The 22-year-old Argentine finished in 18th place, one place in front of teammate Pierre Gasly, in a race won by Norris ahead of Aussie and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. Pirelli's motorsport boss Mario Isola also released a statement to clarify the incident was not tyre-related. 'These have been two useful days for making progress with the development of our compounds for next season, given that we are now entering the home straight,' he said. 'The Hungaroring is a demanding track due to its many slow curves and the amount of energy that goes into the tyres on a lap that is rather short. 'This makes it a challenging place to test tyres, in particular for the compounds that will be central to the 2026 range – which will go from C1 to C6 like this year. 'We have collected a lot of data, although it was a pity that we lost some of our potential mileage today when Colapinto went off the track, even though this was not in any way linked to the tyres.' Colapinto is in his first year with Alpine after replacing Jack Doohan behind the wheel. The former Williams driver is yet to score a point since replacing Doohan. F1 will return on August 31 with the Dutch Grand Prix at the Circuit Zandvoort.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Colapinto reported OK after crashing in F1 tyre test
ARGENTINE racer Franco Colapinto crashed in Formula One tyre testing at the Hungarian Grand Prix circuit on Wednesday and was reported unhurt after being taken to the medical centre, his Alpine team said. Renault-owned Alpine, Ferrari, McLaren and Racing Bulls are taking part in the two-day Pirelli test at the Hungaroring that followed on from last weekend's grand prix, the last before the sport's August break. Alpine said in a statement that Colapinto, who took over from reserve driver Paul Aron for the final day, had 'an incident' at turn 11, a right-handed curve that can be taken at 220kph. 'Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK,' they added. The team gave no details about how the crash happened or damage to the car. Colapinto, 22, replaced Australian Jack Doohan at Alpine after the first six races but has yet to finish higher than 13th for the team in seven starts. He did not start in Britain, after crashing in qualifying and then suffering a gearbox issue, and there has been speculation he could also be replaced before the end of the season. Teammate Pierre Gasly has scored all of last-placed Alpine's 20 points, with three scoring finishes in his last six races. Colapinto told reporters last week that he was lacking confidence in the car and struggling to turn into the corners in the way he would like. 'I didn't have this issue last year (in nine races for Williams), I could go straight in and be quick straight away. Now I'm struggling a bit more with that,' he said. 'Generally the car is a bit tricky on entries and that's what we are working on, on my side.'- REUTERS
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Colapinto reported unhurt after crashing in F1 tyre test
Argentine racer Franco Colapinto crashed in Formula One tyre testing at the Hungarian Grand Prix circuit on Wednesday and was reported unhurt after being taken to the medical centre, his Alpine team said. Renault-owned Alpine, Ferrari, McLaren and Racing Bulls are taking part in the two-day Pirelli test at the Hungaroring that followed on from last weekend's grand prix, the last before the sport's August break. Alpine said in a statement that Colapinto, who took over from reserve driver Paul Aron for the final day, had 'an incident' at turn 11, a right-handed curve that can be taken at 220kph. 'Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK,' they added. The team gave no details about how the crash happened or damage to the car. Colapinto, 22, replaced Australian Jack Doohan at Alpine after the first six races but has yet to finish higher than 13th for the team in seven starts. He did not start in Britain, after crashing in qualifying and then suffering a gearbox issue, and there has been speculation he could also be replaced before the end of the season. Also read | Cadillac will add value as 11th F1 team, says McLaren's Zak Brown Teammate Pierre Gasly has scored all of last-placed Alpine's 20 points, with three scoring finishes in his last six races. Colapinto told reporters last week that he was lacking confidence in the car and struggling to turn into the corners in the way he would like. 'I didn't have this issue last year (in nine races for Williams), I could go straight in and be quick straight away. Now I'm struggling a bit more with that,' he said. 'Generally, the car is a bit tricky on entries and that's what we are working on, on my side.'
News18
2 days ago
- Automotive
- News18
Alpine's Franco Colapinto Arises Unscathed From Terrifying High-Speed Crash During Testing: WATCH
Last Updated: Franco Colapinto crashed during Pirelli tyre testing at Hungaroring but was uninjured. The Alpine driver, struggling this season, replaced Paul Aron for the test. Argentine Formula One driver Franco Colapinto was involved in a high-speed crash during a Pirelli tyre test at the Hungaroring on Wednesday, but was reported uninjured after undergoing medical evaluation. The 22-year-old, currently driving for Alpine, crashed at Turn 11, a fast right-hand corner typically taken at 220 km/h, during the second and final day of post-race testing at the venue that hosted last weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix. 🚨 Franco #Colapinto sufrió un accidente en HungríaDurante las pruebas de Pirelli en el Hungaroring, se despistó en la curva 11. Fue atendido por el centro médico y ya se encuentra bien.📍 Revisado, sin lesiones. En la imagen, se lo ve regresando al hospitality. — Gonnet Digital (@MagazineGonnet) August 6, 2025 Alpine Confirms Incident, Colapinto 'OK" In a statement released shortly after the incident, Alpine confirmed the crash and reassured that Colapinto was unharmed: 'Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK," the team said. Team UpdateDuring Day 2 of Pirelli Tyre Testing at the Hungaroring this morning, Franco Colapinto had an incident at Turn 11. Franco was assessed on site at the medical centre and is OK. — BWT Alpine Formula One Team (@AlpineF1Team) August 6, 2025 The French outfit, owned by Renault, did not provide specific details regarding the cause of the crash or the extent of damage to the car. The incident occurred during a two-day test organized by Pirelli, with Alpine, Ferrari, McLaren, and Racing Bulls all participating as part of preparations for future tyre developments. Colapinto's Struggles Continue Amid Pressure Colapinto was handed driving duties for the second day of the test, replacing reserve driver Paul Aron. The young Argentine joined Alpine earlier this season, replacing Australian Jack Doohan after the first six races. However, his performances have fallen short of expectations. In his seven race starts for the team, Colapinto has yet to finish higher than 13th and failed to start at Silverstone, following a qualifying crash and subsequent gearbox failure. These results have intensified speculation that his seat may be under threat ahead of the final stretch of the season. In stark contrast, his teammate Pierre Gasly has delivered all of Alpine's 20 championship points, finishing in the points three times in the past six races and keeping the struggling team marginally competitive in the constructors' standings, where they currently sit last. (with Reuters inputs) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
