Doohan confirmed at Alpine for 2025

With Sainz off the market Doohan’s promotion was guaranteed

The Alpine F1 team has confirmed at Jack Doohan will be promoted to a race seat in 2025, alongside Pierre Gasly.

The news comes as no surprise as the Australian has been in a strong position since it became clear that Esteban Ocon was leaving, although for a while the team tried to persuade Carlos Sainz to come on board. The Spaniard’s confirmation at Williams made the way clear for Doohan.

He has been conducting a programme of testing with a 2022 car this season, and took part in the recent Pirelli test at Spa with the current car. He has also been busy in the simulator.

He also has an established relationship with new Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes.

“I am very grateful for the trust and belief by the team’s senior management,” he said. “There is so much work ahead to be prepared and ready and I will give my best in the meantime to absorb as much information and knowledge to be ready for the step up.

“It’s exceptionally satisfying to be the first graduate of the Alpine Academy to be in a race seat with the team and I’m extremely thankful to those who supported me along the way to make this a reality. It’s an exciting moment, a proud day for my family, and I look forward to taking it all in and pushing hard behind the scenes.” 

Oakes added: “We are very excited to promote Jack into the race seat from next season and, in doing so, giving him the opportunity to showcase his skill and talent in Formula 1.

“Jack will become the first driver to graduate from the Alpine Academy into a race driver position with the team, so that is exceptionally pleasing for the team and its young driver pathway.

“Personally, I have worked with Jack back in 2019 and I am fully aware of his raw talent and potential. He is a very hard worker behind the scenes and his commitment is hugely valued by the entire team.

“Alongside Pierre, we have a well-balanced driver line-up with a good combination between youthful energy, experience, and pure speed. We look forward to working with both Jack and Pierre in order to keep developing the car and bring the team up the grid.”