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Alpine have confirmed that reserve driver Jack Doohan will drive for its Formula 1 team in FP1 at both the
Australian racing driver Jack Doohan will have the opportunity to drive a Formula 1 car during the upcoming Mexican and Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekends. As part of the sporting regulations, every F1 team is required to give a rookie driver two FP1 sessions in a season. Doohan, currently competing in the Formula 2 championship, will replace Pierre Gasly in the FP1 session in Mexico and take over Esteban Ocon’s car for the opening practice hour in Abu Dhabi. Doohan previously had practice outings for the Alpine team last season and has been extensively testing their 2021 car as part of the Alpine Academy. Grateful for the opportunity, Doohan aims to contribute positively to the team’s performance.
Source: Motorsport Week
