A former FIA Formula 3 runner-up and the third-placed driver in last year’s F2 standings, the 21-year-old continues to push for a drive with Alpine on next year’s F1 grid.
The team have one seat vacant for 2025 following the confirmation, in the run-up to the Austrian Grand Prix, that Pierre Gasly has committed his future to the Enstone squad with a new multi-year extension.
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With Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz still to decide on where his future lies, and Alpine reported to be interested in securing his services, Doohan’s Silverstone opportunity gives him another chance show his talent.
In addition to his FP1 outings and simulator duties at Enstone, Doohan – son of former 500cc motorcycle world champion Mick – has also completed several test sessions with Alpine over the last couple of years in his quest to become a full time member of the F1 grid.
