Ping Pong questions and answers with Colapinto: Best Argentine athletes and where to eat

Argentina: much more than soccer and barbecue. If you thought that Argentina was only represented by the National selection passion and the most tender cuts of meat, get ready to be surprised. From the snow-capped mountains of Patagonia to the beaches of Mar del Plata, passing through the vibrant Buenos Aires, this country has something for every traveler and for this reason, Franco Colapinto was encouraged to answer this ping pong and show the variety of options in the country. Do you want to know which are the favorite places of Franco Colapinto, Formula 1 driver? Read on and discover the most authentic corners of Argentina!"

Ping Pong with Franco Colapinto

What's your favorite food?

Franco Colapinto: "Barbecue – we say asado. It's what I like the most and what I miss the most when I'm away"

What is your favorite place in Argentina to vacation?

FC: "I like Patagonia"

What would you have been if you weren't a pilot?

FC: "I like horses, maybe a polo player, but I much rather be a pilot."

If you had to choose a celebrity as a co-driver, who would you choose?

FC: "Messi, who gave us so many joyful moments. It would be nice to scare him a little driving fast in a car."

Who is your favorite artist or band?

FC: "Bizarrap. He is my friend and he's supporting me this year, I appreciate him a lot. He has always been there for me in tough moments, plus he plays the best music."

What makes you proud of Argentina?

FC: "I am proud of the grit and passion with which we do things, not only in sports. It is something that really characterizes us and that is why it is a source of pride for me."

Top Argentine Athletes according to Colapinto

The Argentine driver who currently races at Williams was encouraged to choose his top three Argentine athletes in history:

1)     Juan Manuel Fangio: I started my motorsport career with him, I read a lot about him, I watched documentaries and videos about his races, and he is the one who has truly inspired me in motorsport. Fangio will be forever in my heart.

2)     Diego Armando Maradona: He made me so happy and gave so much joy to all Argentines, I would love to be able to give plenty of joy to you too.

3)     Fernando Belasteguín: I'm really enjoying paddle, I'm playing a lot and I would love to have had the talent that he has, he's a great Argentine athlete and someone I'm following a lot now.

Colapinto recommends places to eat in Argentina

Leaving aside speed and adrenaline, Franco Colapinto reveals his most authentic side. The Argentinian driver shares his favorite places to eat in Argentina, from the traditional asados to bodegones in Mar del Plata. Discover the places where one of the most popular Argentines worldwide usually visits!"

“One of the restaurants that I remember the most in Buenos Aires and I like going every time I am there is "Don Julio" to have a great Asado. It's the first thing I'll do when I am back in Buenos Aires. I also remember spending some Sundays at the "Mercadito de San Telmo" snacking on a choripán or on some empanadas. I’ve recently been to Mar del Plata and it reminded me of my childhood when my family and I went to those bodegones, I was starving after a long day playing on the beach, on the sand and in the sea. We always found a fantastic milanesa in a bodegón. "Viento En Popa" is one of my favorites in Mar del Plata. And to close I’d like to mention a cozy pizzeria: "El Cuartito" is a very traditional restaurant in Buenos Aires where you can enjoy a lot in family, it’s also in my top list."