Flavio Briatore Threatens Media Boycott Over Colapinto Fan Threats

Alpine F1 Team advisor Flavio Briatore has threatened to suspend relations with the Argentine media due to social media threats and attacks by Franco Colapinto's fans directed at teammate Pierre Gasly and his family.

Social Media Attacks

Franco Colapinto's fans have exhibited aggressive attitudes on social media toward his teammate Pierre Gasly and his family.

These negative developments have created unease within the Alpine F1 team, and officials have started closely monitoring the issue.

Pierre Gasly's Statements

In his statements ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly stated that it was unacceptable for the threats to extend to his family and girlfriend.

The athlete emphasized that the disturbing messages received via social media deeply affected him and his close circle.

Flavio Briatore's Boycott Warning

In an interview with ESPN, Flavio Briatore stated that the attitude displayed by Argentine fans on social media was completely unacceptable.

Briatore announced that if continuous anger and aggression are witnessed, they will stop all interviews with the Argentine media and cut off contact.

Similar Past Incidents

The aggressive attitude exhibited by Colapinto's fans on social media has become a recurring problem for Alpine drivers throughout the season.

During the Chinese Grand Prix of the season, Esteban Ocon had also reported receiving messages containing death threats from the Argentine driver's fans.