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Haas has signed its own reserve driver for the upcoming F1 season.
Former Alpine F1 driver Jack Doohan has joined Haas as a reserve driver for the 2026 campaign after being ousted from Alpine earlier this month.
Doohan, who made his debut for Alpine at the 2024 season-ending round, competed in the opening six races of the 2025 season before being replaced by Franco Colapinto.
Alpine’s parting with Doohan paved the way for his new opportunity at Haas, where he will partner with Ryo Hirakawa as a reserve driver.
Doohan expressed his excitement about joining Haas, stating that it is the perfect place for him to continue his Formula 1 career and is eager to collaborate for a successful 2026 season.
Having Doohan and Hirakawa as reserve options provides Haas with additional choices if drivers Esteban Ocon or Oliver Bearman are unable to race.
