Alpine's Strategic Bet: Colapinto Signed as F1 Reserve Amid Doohan Speculation
The Alpine Formula One team has signed Argentine Franco Colapinto as a reserve driver, creating pressure on Australian rookie Jack Doohan. Colapinto's strong debut and Alpine's strategic focus on young talent may lead to Doohan being replaced if performance targets are unmet.
Alpine break silence as Jack Doohan under threat with Franco Colapinto deal 'close'
Doohan, therefore, starts his rookie season with mounting pressure on his shoulders. The 21-year-old got a leg up when he replaced Haas-bound Esteban Ocon for the 2024 finale in Abu Dhabi, giving him valuable experience of a full Grand Prix weekend ahead of his rookie campaign in 2025.
Alongside Paul Aron, Alpine now has three drivers lined up in the background behind race drivers Pierre Gasly and Jack ...
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