What happened: Alpine's Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto completed their initial runs in the first free practice session for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix. Gasly held the 10th position at the 30-minute mark, while Colapinto sat 20th before both drivers returned to the pits for debriefing.
Why it matters: Alpine enters Monaco with momentum following a double-points finish in Canada, where Colapinto secured a Finding an early rhythm is critical on the tight Monte Carlo street circuit, especially for Colapinto in his debut 2026 campaign.
By the numbers: Gasly's P10 mark of 1:15.828 sits 1.850s behind session leader Charles Leclerc. Alpine arrives 7th in the Constructors' Standings after scoring 10 points in Montreal.
What to watch: The team will focus on high-fuel performance and qualifying trim during the remainder of the Friday practice sessions.