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Jack Doohan has joined the Haas Formula 1 team as a reserve driver for 2026 with the target of getting back onto the grid in 2027
Jack Doohan has joined the Haas Formula 1 team as a reserve driver for the 2026 season, aiming to return to the grid in 2027. He had his F1 debut in the 2024 season finale for Alpine and raced the first six rounds of the 2025 season before being replaced. Despite not racing or testing, he continued as a reserve for Alpine until they split in 2026. Conversations with various teams led Doohan to Haas, seen as the best path for his F1 return. Haas offers a growing test program and a potential race seat opportunity. Doohan’s expected move to Japan’s Super Formula series did not materialize due to disagreements over competitive car setups.
