Franco Colapinto has shown steady progress so far in the 2026 season with Alpine, completing 431 of a possible 436 laps.
What happened?
He achieved his best result in Formula 1 so far with a sixth-place finish in Canada.
The Argentine has completed 98.5% of the total laps, a percentage that borders on perfection.
Why it matters for Franco Colapinto
This figure is mainly supported by the fact that he has not suffered any retirements so far this year.
The list is led by Lewis Hamilton, who has completed 100% of the laps, and Kimi Antonelli, who has the same numbers as Colapinto.
What comes next?
This Sunday at the Austrian Grand Prix, Colapinto will try to extend this strong run and score points again.
He will start 16th after a poor qualifying session, but he has already scored points in China, Miami, Canada, and Barcelona.
The A526 car is a more reliable and faster car than its predecessor, the A525.
However, there is still a clear gap between Alpine and the frontrunners, including Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull.
Colapinto's consistency behind the wheel is a positive sign for the team, and he will look to build on this momentum in the upcoming races.
On 28 June 2026, Radio Gol reported that Colapinto's progress is a significant development in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The fact that he has not made any significant mistakes that have kept him from finishing a race is a testament to his skill and dedication.
As the season continues, Colapinto will face tough competition from other drivers, including Esteban Ocon, Carlos Sainz, Charles Leclerc, and Sergio Pérez.
But for now, he can be proud of his achievements and look forward to the next challenge.
The Austrian Grand Prix will be a crucial test for Colapinto and the Alpine team, and they will be looking to improve their performance and score more points.