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Jack Doohan believes pursuing Carlos Sainz was a “no brainer” for Alpine and other midfield teams, even if it was a “difficult one to accept” his future was not in his hands.
Jack Doohan admitted it was “difficult” for him to know that his opportunity in F1 depended on Carlos Sainz’s decision about his future. As a result, Doohan will make his rookie F1 debut alongside Pierre Gasly next season, after facing the risk of losing the seat to Sainz. Despite spending time as the Alpine reserve driver this year, Doohan put in hours in the simulator and testing to be prepared for this step. He expressed relief when Sainz chose Williams, realizing that his future was no longer dictated by someone else’s choices. Doohan is determined to prove himself as the right choice for Team Enstone and contribute to their journey forward, grateful for the patience that paid off in securing his place.
