The Argentine driver made it official on social networks that he will compete in the last race of the year with MP Motorsport and next year. It is a step away from Formula 1.
What until now was a wish, finally became a reality: Franco Colapinto will race in F2 and take another step towards his dream of competing in Formula 1, the most important motorsports competition in the world. This Wednesday, The Argentine driver confirmed on social networks that he has signed with MP Motorsports and will participate in the final race of 2023, in Abu Dhabi and continue throughout the 2024 season.
“So happy it’s finally come true. I’ll be racing in Formula 2 in 2024 with @officialmpmotorsport! And I’ll be at the last race of the season in Abu Dhabi too! Everyone worked hard to get this seat and I am very proud of all the people who support me. It’s even more special to do this with MP who is like family to me!” he declared on his Twitter account, in addition to thanking all the sponsors who made it possible, including Bizarrap.
For its part, the official F2 social media account also confirmed this. “Franco Colapinto steps up to F2! The Argentine driver will enter the MP Team machinery for our final round in Abu Dhabi and for the 2024 FIA Formula 2 season! He will take over the number 2 car at Yas Marina” , reported. “I am very excited and grateful for this opportunity. We have been working hard to get a seat in F2, so this is a dream come true. Being able to do this at MP Motorsport makes it even more special. Thanks to Sander and Henk for their trust and for continuing to support me. Being part of the Williams Racing Driver Academy, this past year has been an incredible experience.”, Colapinto declared for Williams’ official site.
Colapinto, one step away from Formula 1
The step of Franco Colapinto in F2 from F3, not only represents an advance in his career, but also This leaves him one step away from reaching Formula 1. In fact, the Argentine pilot, who will remain linked to the Williams teamI can try some cars and training in the main circuits, either privately or in some of the free practices, where some teams give space to young people to show themselves, according to Infobae. This year He has practiced on simulators in Austin, Bahrain and Barcelona.
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