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Alpine has added Toyota-backed Ryo Hirakawa as a test and reserve driver, and will run him in FP1 at the Japanese Grand Prix in April. Hirakawa was most recently with McLaren as part of its driver …
Alpine has signed Ryo Hirakawa as a test and reserve driver, and he will participate in FP1 at the Japanese Grand Prix in April. Hirakawa was previously part of McLaren’s driver development program and served as a reserve driver in 2024. He also drove for Haas during the young driver test due to his ties with Toyota. Hirakawa will join Paul Aron in simulator and testing duties. Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes praised Hirakawa’s experience in WEC, Super Formula, and Super GT, calling him a valuable addition to the team. Hirakawa expressed his excitement about joining Alpine and looks forward to contributing to the team’s success in the 2025 season.
