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Jack Doohan Escapes Injury in High-Speed Crash During Japanese GP Practice

The crash at Suzuka has raised concerns over Alpine's car reliability and intensified speculation about Doohan's future with the team.

Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - April 4, 2025 The car of Alpine's Jack Doohan is towed away by marshals after his crash during practice REUTERS/Issei Kato
Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - April 4, 2025 The car of Alpine's Jack Doohan is towed away by marshals after his crash during practice REUTERS/Issei Kato
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Overview

  • Jack Doohan walked away from a high-speed crash at 331 km/h during Practice 2 at the Japanese Grand Prix without serious injury.
  • The crash, caused by a loss of rear grip rather than driver error, resulted in significant damage to Doohan's car and halted the session with a red flag.
  • Doohan had already missed the first practice session, with reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa stepping in, further disrupting Alpine's weekend preparations.
  • Reports suggest that Doohan's position at Alpine may be under threat, with reserve driver Franco Colapinto potentially replacing him as early as May's Miami Grand Prix.
  • Alpine faces challenges in repairing the car and collecting crucial data for the race weekend after the crash curtailed Doohan's running to just four laps.