Franco Colapinto will receive an upgrade to his FIA Driver Categorisation having made his Formula 1 debut with Williams this year. The Argentine was drafted in by Williams to replace the underperforming Logan Sargeant, during a crucial period for Williams as they attempt to close the gap in the points standings. Williams had Sargeant on watch throughout the 2024 season after failing to score a point, and although his car was not always equal to Alex Albon’s, team principal James Vowles felt a change was needed after his firey crash during practice for the Dutch Grand Prix. Franco Colapinto ste…
