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Franco Colapinto urges fans to stop abuse
Franco Colapinto says Argentinian fans' online abuse harms his future.
In brief
Franco Colapinto says Argentinian fans' online abuse harms his future. Franco Colapinto urges Argentinian fans to stop online abuse as it harms his future and team. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Franco Colapinto's call for fans
Franco Colapinto urges Argentinian fans to stop online abuse after recent incidents.
“You’re not helping me or my future”
Abuse incidents in 2026
Hateful comments targeted FIA stewards, Pierre Gasly, and Lando Norris in recent races.
Colapinto's previous stance
Colapinto previously called the behavior 'not nice to see' and nuanced the situation after a race incident.
Colapinto's strongest statement
Colapinto directly told fans they 'sometimes went too far' and 'were not helping him or his future'.
“sometimes went too far”
Colapinto's gratitude
Colapinto thanked fans for support but warned they criticize teammates and engineers instead.
Colapinto's future security
Colapinto secured Alpine's 2027 deal while lying 12th in 2026 standings with 27 points.
In short
Franco Colapinto urges Argentinian fans to stop online abuse as it harms his future and team.
