Alpine F1 Team’s Future in Jeopardy: Jack Doohan’s Position Uncertain Amid Franco Colapinto Speculation
Alpine boss Oliver Oakes has sparked controversy by expressing his unwavering support for Formula 1 rookie Jack Doohan amidst swirling rumors of a potential replacement with Franco Colapinto. Speculation has been rife ever since Alpine’s senior advisor, Flavio Briatore, showed keen interest in Colapinto, the team’s reserved driver.
Despite facing intense media scrutiny and failing to secure any points so far, Doohan continues to face the heat, especially after a high-profile crash at Suzuka. Oakes, however, stands firm in his defense of the Australian driver, emphasizing, “Every driver in Formula 1 has to perform. They know that.”
While Doohan’s recent mishaps, including a DRS error leading to a disappointing 19th-place finish in qualifying at Suzuka, have raised doubts about his capabilities, he managed to salvage a 15th-place finish on race day. Nonetheless, skepticism looms large, with former F1 race winner Ralf Schumacher stating, “[Doohan] makes a lot of mistakes and is not fast enough.”
The uncertainty surrounding Doohan’s future is intricately linked to Franco Colapinto, who recently transitioned to Alpine from Williams as a reserve driver. Colapinto’s track record and a recent test drive at Monza have fueled speculations about a potential change in Alpine’s lineup.
As the tension escalates within the Alpine F1 Team, all eyes are on the impending decision that could reshape the team’s dynamics. Will Doohan retain his position amidst the Franco Colapinto rumors, or is a major shakeup on the horizon? Stay tuned for more updates as the F1 drama unfolds.