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.