Alpine and Jack Doohan Part Ways by Mutual Agreement

Alpine and Jack Doohan have mutually agreed to part ways, ending the Australian driver's tenure with the team effective immediately. Doohan, who made his F1 debut at the end of 2024 and competed in the first six races of the 2025 season, was replaced by Franco Colapinto but failed to score any points during his time at the wheel.

Why it matters:

This concludes a tumultuous start to Doohan's F1 career, which began with high hopes as the first graduate of the Alpine Academy to secure a race seat. For Alpine, the move underscores the team's ongoing driver carousel and ruthless approach to personnel as they struggle to find a competitive footing and reset for the future.

The details:

• Doohan was initially signed to a full-time race seat for the 2025 season, seen as a key part of the team's long-term plans.
• He made his surprise Grand Prix debut at the 2024 Abu Dhabi GP, stepping in for Esteban Ocon who left the team prematurely.
• After competing in the first six Grands Prix of 2025 without scoring a point, he was demoted in favor of Franco Colapinto.
• Alpine's official statement thanked Doohan for his "commitment and professionalism" over the past four years with the team and wished him well for his future career.

What's next:

Doohan is now a free agent and will be seeking other opportunities for the 2026 season, whether in Formula 1 or another motorsport category. Alpine's 2026 driver lineup appears set with Colapinto alongside Pierre Gasly, allowing the team to shift its full focus to developing a competitive car under the new technical regulations.