Formula 1 Alpine – Jack Doohan is preparing to make his Formula 1 debut with Alpine in 2025, alongside Pierre Gasly, but his future with the team appears far from certain. According to recent rumours, the Australian driver's contract only guarantees the first races of the season, leaving replacement options open should his performance not live up to expectations.
Doohan, no guarantees with Alpine
The French team, which recorded a notable improvement under the guidance of new team principal Oliver Oakes and the experienced Flavio Briatore, finished the constructors' championship in sixth place. However, the ambition to further climb the rankings appears to have pushed Alpine to maintain a flexible approach towards second driving.
In this context, Franco Colapinto has emerged as a potential alternative in the current season. The young Argentine driver impressed during the nine races he contested with Williams in 2024, proving he has what it takes for a stable return to the grid. Juan Pablo Montoya, precisely in this sense, did not hide the fact that there was a lot of discussion about this situation within the paddock, revealing how the Argentine's position could be directly connected to that of the Australian: “There is a lot of talk about Colapinto as a possible option for this seat. It all depends on Doohan's performance. I heard that his contract guarantees a certain number of races, but if things don't go well, Alpine might look around.”
Briatore keeps several scenarios open for 2025
The pressure on Doohan is therefore palpable. The Australian driver will have to quickly demonstrate his worth to consolidate his position in the team, aware of the competition from Colapinto, ready to seize every opportunity. 2025 therefore promises to be a crucial year for the future of both young talents and for Alpine's ambitious project, determined to reaffirm itself as a protagonist in Formula 1.
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