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F1 Rookie Jack Doohan Addresses Questions About Franco Colapinto's Role at Alpine

Doohan, set for his first full F1 season, downplays speculation about being replaced by reserve driver Franco Colapinto.

  • Jack Doohan, a 22-year-old Australian rookie, will race for Alpine in the 2025 Formula 1 season alongside Pierre Gasly.
  • Franco Colapinto, a 21-year-old Argentine driver and former Williams racer, has joined Alpine as a reserve driver on a long-term contract.
  • Doohan stated he does not feel undermined by Colapinto's arrival, emphasizing his focus on embracing the challenges of Formula 1.
  • Reports suggest Colapinto's strong sponsor backing and recent success have fueled speculation about a potential mid-season lineup change, though Alpine has not confirmed these rumors.
  • Alpine announced a new sponsorship deal with Mercado Libre, an Argentine company that previously sponsored Williams during Colapinto's tenure.
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