Haas has signed Jack Doohan as a reserve driver for the 2026 Method 1 marketing campaign.
Doohan will be a part of Ryo Hirakawa within the position, with Toyota’s Hypercar driver having held the place since final April because the Japanese model expanded its involvement within the American outfit.
A product of the Pink Bull and Alpine academies, Doohan began seven grands prix with the Enstone-based squad however was changed by Franco Colapinto as early as Could after failing to attain a single level. He accomplished 2025 as Alpine’s reserve driver and left the crew final month.
Doohan was set to maneuver to Tremendous Method for 2026, however his plans fell by on the final minute after he crashed a exceptional thrice in Suzuka’s Degner 2 nook through the rookie take a look at that happened in December.
“I’m thrilled to be becoming a member of TGR Haas F1 Crew,” the 23-year-old Australian stated. “It’s the best place to proceed my Method 1 profession. I want to thank the crew for giving me the chance to develop and tackle the nice problem of 2026 collectively. I’m keen to start working with the crew and collaborating on a profitable season.’’
Jack Doohan, KONDO RACING
Picture by: Masahide Kamio
Crew principal Ayao Komatsu added: “I’m personally very excited to have Jack be a part of us on the crew given the power of his racing resume and naturally his expertise in being a reserve driver in Method 1.
“The dedication required to stay sharp and ready to race whereas attending to know the way the crew works and so forth, it’s difficult for any driver – particularly one who’s clearly nonetheless very eager to race once more at this degree. I’ve loved attending to know Jack and we’re wanting ahead to welcoming him into the crew and benefiting from his contributions.”
Following the pre-season ‘shakedown’ which happened final week behind closed doorways at Barcelona, Esteban Ocon is anticipating Haas to compete within the midfield this season. The Frenchman will once more crew up with sophomore Oliver Bearman.
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