Alpine issues statement after Jeremy Clarkson's controversial Franco Colapinto comments

Formula 1 team Alpine has released a formal statement backing its driver, Franco Colapinto, following controversial remarks made by former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson during the United States Grand Prix weekend.

Appearing on Sky Sports F1 at the Enstone-based team's event, Clarkson joked that Colapinto had received a grid penalty specifically "for being Argentinian."

The comment prompted Alpine to publicly address the matter in defense of their driver, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding the penalties and comments made during the race weekend.