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Jack Doohan has addressed the Alpine signing of Franco Colapinto for the first time.
Jack Doohan has stated that he welcomes the pressure of Franco Colapinto’s signing by Alpine. Doohan’s F1 position is under scrutiny after Colapinto’s recruitment following his stint at Williams last year. Making his F1 debut in the 2024 Abu Dhabi finale, Doohan is rumored to be on a short-term deal that could see Colapinto replace him. Doohan acknowledged the pressure in the competitive world of grand prix racing at the F1 75 launch event, emphasizing his determination to enjoy the challenge. Despite potential replacement speculations, Doohan remains focused on embracing the pressure and making the most of his Formula 1 season. When questioned about feeling undermined by Colapinto’s arrival, Doohan pointed out his reserve driver status and long-term contract as reassurance. The media’s attempts to delve into Doohan’s personal reaction to Colapinto’s signing were halted by Alpine.
