From F3 to F1 - A Rising Star
From karting in Argentina to Formula 1 across the world; reflect on Franco’s incredible career to date
Published
30 JAN 2025
Est Reading Time
2 min
Few drivers climb the motorsport ranks as quickly and impressively as Franco Colapinto. In just over a year, he went from climbing the ranks of Formula 3 to making his dream debut in Formula 1 - proof that a mixture of talent and hard work can lead to extraordinary things.
At the start of 2023, Franco was preparing for another season in FIA Formula 3, returning with MP Motorsport for a second campaign. Already a race winner in the category, he came into the season with high expectations - and he delivered. A combination of blistering pace and relentless determination saw him consistently fight at the front. Wins, podiums, and standout performances caught the attention of the F1 paddock, solidifying his reputation as one of the brightest young talents in junior single-seaters.
By mid-2023, his performances had earned him a promotion to Formula 2. Stepping up mid-season is never easy, but Franco wasted no time adapting. Despite jumping into a faster, more demanding car with limited preparation, he quickly found his rhythm, impressing with his ability to fight among more experienced drivers. His rapid progress only fueled speculation about his next move.
While excelling on track, Franco’s profile was also rising off it. As a Williams Racing Academy driver, he was already within touching distance of F1, and his growing fanbase only added to the momentum behind him. His charisma, down-to-earth personality, and infectious energy made him a fan favourite, proving that he wasn’t just a future star in the car, but beyond it, too.
Then came the moment that changed everything: in mid-2024, Williams Racing called him up to Formula 1, making him the first Argentine driver on the grid in more than two decades. It was a dream come true, but there was no time to take it all in - Franco was thrown straight into the deep end, lining up on the F1 grid with the world watching.
From his very first laps, he showed why he belonged at the highest level. With a fearless approach and blistering speed, he wasted no time making an impact. He scored his first F1 points in Baku, a moment that cemented his arrival on the biggest stage in motorsport.
His journey from F3 to F1 in just over a year is nothing short of remarkable. It’s a testament to his talent, determination, and ability to seize every opportunity. And while 2024 was the year he arrived, the future promises even bigger things for Franco Colapinto.
This is just the beginning.
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