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Jack Doohan, the 21-year-old Australian driver, has recently addressed speculation regarding his position at Alpine F1 Team. After serving as Alpine’s reserve driver in 2023 and 2024, Doohan was promoted to a full-time race seat for the 2025 season, replacing Esteban Ocon alongside Pierre Gasly .
However, with Alpine’s expansion to four reserve drivers—Franco Colapinto, Paul Aron, and Ryō Hirakawa joining Doohan —rumors have circulated about potential replacements for Doohan. Addressing these rumors, Doohan remarked that it’s natural for reserve drivers to aspire to race seats, emphasizing that all four reserves are eager for opportunities . He expressed his excitement about competing in the Australian Grand Prix, highlighting the significance of racing in his home country .
Team principal Oliver Oakes has reiterated Alpine’s support for Doohan, acknowledging the pressure from multiple reserve drivers but affirming that Doohan has the team’s full backing . This sentiment aligns with Alpine’s commitment to nurturing young talent, as evidenced by their promotion of Doohan and the inclusion of other reserves in their driver lineup .
As the 2025 season progresses, Doohan’s performance will be under close scrutiny, especially with the added competition from Alpine’s expanded reserve roster. The upcoming races will be crucial for Doohan to solidify his position and demonstrate his capabilities on the track.