Franco Colapinto Unhurt in Formula One Testing Crash at Hungaroring

Franco Colapinto, an Argentine racer, was involved in a crash during Formula One tyre testing at the Hungaroring circuit but was unhurt. The Alpine team, participating with other teams like Ferrari and McLaren, confirmed Colapinto's safety. He replaced other drivers this season but struggled with confidence issues in the car.

Argentine racer Franco Colapinto emerged unscathed from a crash during Formula One tyre testing held at Hungaroring circuit, as confirmed by his Alpine team.

Alpine, along with teams like Ferrari and McLaren, participated in the two-day Pirelli test following the Grand Prix weekend. Colapinto, stepping in for Paul Aron, encountered 'an incident' at turn 11.

Despite the crash, which added to a challenging season marked by confidence issues, Colapinto underwent a medical assessment and was deemed fine, although further car performance remains under scrutiny.

(With inputs from agencies.)