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FIA and Alpine Condemn Online Abuse Following Fake Post Targeting Jack Doohan's Family

Jack Doohan, demoted to Alpine reserve driver, pleads for an end to family harassment after a fake social media post fueled abuse.

Overview

  • Jack Doohan called for an end to online harassment of his family after a doctored social media post falsely attributed to his father circulated widely.
  • The parody account 'formulafakers,' which created the fake post, issued a public apology, acknowledging the harm caused and calling it a 'wake-up call.'
  • Alpine and FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem released statements condemning the online abuse, urging fans to engage respectfully and reject toxicity in motorsport.
  • Franco Colapinto and Yuki Tsunoda also addressed abusive behavior, with Colapinto urging his fans to show respect after incidents at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
  • The incident highlights broader concerns about social media's role in fueling harassment and the need for stronger moderation and accountability measures.