Franco Colapinto, the rising Argentine Formula 1 driver for Alpine, is set to make his official debut as a starting driver at Imola, after spending the last few races behind the simulator. A well-known die-hard Boca Juniors fan, Colapinto’s devotion to the club doesn’t stop at Sunday matches in La Bombonera—he brings his blue and gold pride into the most high-tech motorsport stage in the world.

“It’s from Boquita”: Passion at 300 km/h

On social media, Colapinto shared images of his car’s livery for the Mexican Grand Prix, featuring dark blue and gold accents. When asked about the design, he replied without hesitation: “The car is beautiful. It’s from Boquita.” That single phrase earned him hundreds of thousands of likes—and even more respect from Boca fans worldwide.

That’s not all. Colapinto chose the number 12 in Formula 2 as a tribute to "La Doce", the legendary Boca fan base. As if destiny had a hand in it, his Formula 1 test debut came at Monza, where he finished 12th. Coincidence—or a divine sign from the football gods of La Boca? That depends on your faith.

Xeneize Touches in the F1 Paddock

F1 cars might not be customizable like a local street car, but there are creative—and subtle—ways to show support from the cockpit. Here are some fun ideas Franco could embrace to keep the Boca energy alive in the paddock:

• Boca crest sticker : Placed inside the cockpit, just for his eyes. A literal protective shield.
• Blue and gold stitched gloves : Subtle but unmistakable. Like the ones worn by Óscar Córdoba during the epic penalty shootout vs Palmeiras.
• La Bombonera helmet design : Covered in visuals of flags, stands, and fans from a Superclásico night at home.
• Boca-colored racing shoes : Like Martín Palermo’s cleats, but in Formula 1 form.
• Blue and yellow five-point seatbelt : If Alpine agrees. If not—custom seat covers will do.
• Boca towel in the garage : For wiping the sweat after “wearing the shirt,” like Blas Armando Giunta would.
• Custom Argentine mate : With phrases like “XENEIZE XENACE” or “VOLVIÓ TODO A LA NORMALIDAD” engraved on the rim and bombilla.
• Mini Boca pennant on the garage panel : Small but loud, marking the pitbox as a little outpost of the Republic of La Boca.

And as an internal joke—though some swear he asked for it—Colapinto allegedly requested that Alpine's fluids be dyed yellow, “to match the typical blue of premium gas.” Marketing, superstition, and style, all rolled into one. Alpine hasn’t commented, but the mechanics are still laughing.

Superstition and Passion in F1

In Formula 1, where everything is measured to the millimeter, superstition still has its place. Lewis Hamilton always gets into the car from the same side. Daniel Ricciardo kisses a pendant. And Franco Colapinto? He’s from Boca Juniors. That’s all he needs.

Can you bring your club’s crest all the way to the F1 paddock? Franco says yes. And if one day he shows up on the podium waving a blue and gold flag, it won’t be a surprise. It’ll be justice.