Alpine Racing in Turmoil: Jack Doohan’s Shocking Exit Amidst 2025 Demotion
In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Alpine Racing has confirmed the departure of reserve driver Jack Doohan after a tumultuous demotion during the 2025 season. The Australian racer, who initially made waves by stepping into the spotlight at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2024, has now seen his promising career with the team come to an abrupt halt.
Doohan’s ascent to an F1 race seat was a significant milestone, marking him as the first graduate from the Alpine Academy to secure a full-time position. However, the excitement surrounding his debut quickly soured as rumors began to swirl about the team’s intentions to replace him with the newly signed Franco Colapinto. The talented Argentinian, who joined Alpine from Williams, ultimately took over Doohan’s seat after the Miami Grand Prix, tossing the young driver back into the shadows of a reserve role.
As if the news couldn’t get any worse for Doohan, Alpine has now officially announced that they have reached a “mutual agreement” with him to part ways ahead of the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season. This announcement leaves the door firmly shut on any hope of a return for the Australian driver. In their statement, Alpine expressed gratitude for Doohan’s dedication over the past four years, saying, “The team would like to thank Jack for his commitment and professionalism to the team for the past four years, both on and off track, and wishes him all the best for the future.”
While Doohan was once heralded as a rising star, his recent struggles have raised serious questions about his future in motorsport. Following his exit from F1, he attempted to revitalize his career with a stint in Super Formula, only to face a disastrous experience at a recent test in Suzuka. Crashing three times in as many days while driving for Kondo Racing, Doohan’s performance left much to be desired, and the team has yet to announce its driver lineup for the upcoming season. This uncertainty leaves Doohan in a precarious position, desperately seeking a full-time opportunity elsewhere.
With Colapinto signed on for the 2026 season, the future looks bleak for Jack Doohan, who now finds himself at a crossroads in his racing career. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if he can recover from this setback and find a new path in the fiercely competitive world of motorsport. The F1 landscape is ever-changing, and as Doohan grapples with his new reality, only time will tell if he can reclaim his spot on the grid.








