Subsequent yr, Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon will make up the Williams lineup, however Gunther Steiner thinks they have already got a viable choice at Grove. The previous Haas crew principal was fairly impressed by Franco Colapinto’s System 1 debut. The Argentine made a robust impression in his early outings, scoring factors in solely his second race.
At present, the younger 21-year-old doesn’t have a seat for 2025. There are talks of James Vowles making an attempt to safe a take care of Audi, however Franco Colapinto has downplayed these rumors.
Gunther Steiner “enchanted” by Franco ColapintoSpeaking on the Purple Flags Podcast, Gunther Steiner expressed admiration for what he has seen in Franco Colapinto’s current races with Williams and believes Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon can be beneath particular scrutiny subsequent yr.
“The good Alex Albon, probably the most proficient driver after Michael Schumacher. Then comes a man whose identify no one even is aware of the right way to pronounce. Individuals are like, ‘The place does this man come from?’
“I’ve nice respect for Alex; he’s a very good driver, however you’ll be able to see that this Colapinto… I didn’t have him on my radar. Kudos to James Vowles. He’s found a terrific expertise. The man is available in and practically beats or equals Alex Albon, who everyone knows is an efficient driver. However he doesn’t have a seat for subsequent season. I feel Williams can be paying consideration subsequent yr when Carlos drives the second automobile, or the primary automobile, or no matter we need to name it, after which they’ll see the place Alex stands.” – Gunther Steiner identified.
“If they’re each equal, they’ll say they’ve Colapinto,” continued the previous Haas crew principal. “He’s ten years youthful than these guys, prices a lot much less, however he doesn’t have a seat. It’s a very good place for them.”
“I’m positive that, given what he has proven, they’ll attempt to discover a place for him, and other people can be watching him. After all, he has had some small incidents, however he at all times acquired again on monitor. He crashed and acquired again within the recreation. It’s actually spectacular.”
“He needs to show that he’s right here to remain. And he has succeeded. Within the three races he has run for Williams, I consider he has proven that he deserves to be there.” – Gunther Steiner concluded.
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Sep 30, 2024
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