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Six grands prix just weren’t enough for Jack Doohan at Alpine. It was a brutal call that he reflects on here.
Jack Doohan disclosed that the final months of his stint with Alpine were challenging, but he believes the experience will be beneficial for his future return to Formula 1. He got the opportunity to race for Alpine in the last race of the 2024 season in place of Esteban Ocon. Despite a turbulent season end with Williams, Franco Colapinto was signed by Flavio Briatore during the following winter. Doohan began the 2025 season with Alpine alongside Pierre Gasly but was replaced after six races, becoming a reserve driver as Colapinto was promoted.
He was released by Alpine at the end of last year but recently became the reserve driver for Haas for the current season, filling in for Ocon and Oliver Bearman. Reflecting on this tough period and the advice he received from his father Mick, Doohan appreciated the support. Despite the challenges he faced during his time at Alpine, he valued the experience gained and the lessons learned that will help him in future Formula 1 pursuits.
