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F1 rookie slams team over BRUTAL mid-season axe
Alpine’s decision to replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto after just six races received heavy criticism from a rising Formula 1 star. Doohan’s dismissal came shortly after crashing out of the Miami Grand Prix, amid ongoing speculation about his future with the team. The Australian driver expressed disappointment over the situation, while fellow rookie Ollie Bearman voiced support and empathy for Doohan’s challenges in his early F1 career. Bearman, known for his impressive debut as a late stand-in for Carlos Sainz, emphasized the pressure rookies face, especially at unfamiliar tracks and during sprint events. The decision to remove Doohan was deemed “incredibly harsh” by Bearman and former Williams racer Juan Pablo Montoya, as Colapinto now has five races to prove himself amidst the team’s struggles and recent leadership changes. Alpine’s current turmoil was further highlighted by the shock resignation of team principal Oliver Oakes ahead of the upcoming race weekend in Italy.
