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Alpine Set to Replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto for Imola GP

The rookie's lack of points and series of incidents have reportedly led the team to finalize a mid-season driver swap, with official confirmation expected soon.

Doohan is one of only four drivers who have yet to earn a point this season
Formula One F1 - Miami Grand Prix - Miami International Autodrome, Miami, Florida, United States - May 4, 2025 Alpine's Pierre Gasly and Jack Doohan in a full sized Lego replica F1 car during the drivers parade REUTERS/Brian Snyder
Formula One F1 - Miami Grand Prix - Miami International Autodrome, Miami, Florida, United States - May 4, 2025 Alpine's Pierre Gasly and Jack Doohan alongside Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamiltonin in full size Lego replica F1 car during the drivers parade REUTERS/Ricardo Arduengo
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Overview

  • Jack Doohan, in his rookie F1 season, has failed to score points in six races and has faced multiple on-track incidents, including a first-lap collision in Miami.
  • Reports indicate that Doohan was informed after the Miami Grand Prix that he would be replaced by reserve driver Franco Colapinto for the upcoming Imola race.
  • Franco Colapinto, who scored five points in nine races for Williams last season, brings both proven pace and significant commercial backing from Argentine sponsors.
  • Alpine's executive advisor Flavio Briatore has been a strong advocate for Colapinto, who joined the team as a reserve driver in January.
  • Alpine, currently ninth in the Constructors' standings with all points scored by Pierre Gasly, has declined to comment on the reported driver change.