Formula 1: Jack Doohan to race for Alpine in 2025
Alpine has announced that reserve driver Jack Doohan will race in Formula 1 for the 2025 season. The 21-year-old Australian driver will replace Esteban Ocon as Pierre Gasly's teammate. This announcement follows speculation about Doohan's potential promotion after news broke of Ocon's impending departure to Haas. Here are the details.
Doohan's journey with Alpine and F1 preparations
Doohan has been with Alpine's academy since 2022, following his departure from the Red Bull junior team. Racing talent runs in the family: Jack's father, Mick Doohan, is a former 500cc motorcycle world champion. In the previous F2 season, he earned third place with three wins, building on his second-place finish in the 2021 F3 standings. To gear up for his F1 debut, Doohan has amassed extensive experience with Alpine's F1 machinery in recent years.
Doohan expresses gratitude for F1 promotion
Doohan expressed his excitement about the promotion to a full-time F1 race seat in 2025 with BWT Alpine F1 Team. He stated, "I am very grateful for the trust and belief by the team's senior management." He also acknowledged the hard work ahead and pledged to give his best to prepare for this significant step up.
Doohan's journey: A milestone for Alpine Academy
Doohan's promotion marks a significant milestone for the Alpine Academy as he becomes the first-ever graduate to secure a F1 race seat with the team. He expressed his gratitude to those who supported him throughout his journey, stating, "It's an exciting moment, a proud day for my family, and I look forward to taking it all in and pushing hard behind the scenes."
Team Principal Oakes expressed his enthusiasm for Doohan's promotion
Oliver Oakes, Alpine's newly appointed Team Principal, expressed his excitement about Doohan's promotion. He stated, "We are very excited to promote Jack into the race seat from next season and, in doing so, giving him the opportunity to showcase his skill and talent in Formula 1." Oakes also highlighted Doohan's hard work behind the scenes and his commitment that is highly valued by the entire team.
