Franco Colapinto, Alpine driver, has decided to make a clear call against online abuse directed at his team and also towards other Formula 1 drivers. In a recent video, the Argentine driver expressed his discomfort over the poisoned comments that, according to him, have crossed nearby borders.
During an interview in Monaco, after the Singapore Grand Prix, Colapinto emphasized the importance of support from his followers, but stressed that hate directed at other people does not contribute to his sporting success. ‘I felt the need to make a statement to clarify this issue and I think I need to listen to the pain this can cause my people,’ he said.
The driver highlighted that the members of the Alpine team, especially his mechanics and engineers, have been victims of these harmful comments. ‘It’s unacceptable that these professionals, who work daily for my career, have to endure this type of attack,’ Colapinto said. He claims that abusive messages have come through both personal channels and the official social media of the team.
Moreover, Colapinto pointed out that online abuse is a broader issue affecting modern society and sports in general. ‘We have seen other drivers, like Max Verstappen, make similar statements about this issue. It is essential that we talk about this to try to reduce the negative impact of social media,’ concluded the driver.
Colapinto hopes that his message reaches his followers and provokes reflection on the impact of online behavior in sports and everyday life.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
