Franco Colapinto has quickly become a riing star in Formula 1 after just two races with Williams. Initially an F2 driver in the Williams Driver Academy, Colapinto replaced the struggling Logan Sargeant for the remainder of the 2024 season. He immediately impressed with a clean debut at Monza, followed by an eighth-place finish in Baku, earning Williams its first double Q3 appearance of the season. His strong performances have earned him recognition from F1 legends like Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton【9†source】【10†source】.
Despite his early success, Colapinto won’t be with Williams in 2025, as Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz Jr. have already secured the team’s seats. However, James Vowles, Williams’ team principal, has expressed a desire to help Colapinto land a seat elsewhere, with Audi (currently Sauber) being the most likely option. Audi still has an open seat alongside Nico Hulkenberg for the 2025 season, and Colapinto is emerging as a strong contender【10†source】.
Vowles has made it clear that Colapinto deserves a spot in F1, and rumors of him joining Audi intensified after his standout Baku performance【9†source】. While discussions are still in their early stages, it’s clear Colapinto is on the radar for a full-time drive next year.
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