The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix was a challenging weekend for the Alpine F1 Team, marked by a collision involving Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda and a demanding race for Franco Colapinto.
Gasly’s Collision with Tsunoda
Pierre Gasly’s race ended prematurely on lap nine after a collision with Yuki Tsunoda at the Nouvelle Chicane. Gasly attempted an overtake, resulting in contact that damaged his car’s front-left corner. Despite the damage, he continued to the pit lane but was unable to stop due to brake failure, narrowly avoiding further incidents. Gasly attributed the crash to Tsunoda’s movement under braking, stating, “I didn’t expect Yuki to move under braking” . However, the stewards reviewed the incident and issued a reprimand to Gasly, noting that his overtake attempt was “ambitious and unlikely to succeed”.
Colapinto’s Steady Drive
Franco Colapinto started the race from 18th position and managed to finish 13th, gaining positions through consistent driving and race attrition. Reflecting on his performance, Colapinto said, “After qualifying in P20, it’s super positive to finish in P13. It’s the best we could have done” . He also noted that the team’s initial strategy was designed to support Gasly, but after Gasly’s retirement, Colapinto adapted to lead the team’s efforts.
Alpine’s Current Form
Alpine’s performance in Monaco reflects ongoing challenges in the 2025 season. The team has struggled to secure points consistently, with only seven points accumulated over the first eight races . The incident involving Gasly and the demanding race for Colapinto highlight the need for strategic improvements and consistent performances as the season progresses.
As the team looks ahead to upcoming races, addressing these challenges will be crucial for improving their standing in the Constructors’ Championship.
