Former Method 1 driver Jack Doohan has spoken out about critical demise threats he obtained throughout his time at Alpine.
The Australian driver signed with the French group for his rookie season in 2025. However with rumours that he may very well be changed by Argentine driver Franco Colapinto surfacing early within the season, Doohan confronted mounting stress in his seat alongside Pierre Gasly.Â
Following the Miami Grand Prix, he was moved right into a reserve position and has since signed with Haas as a reserve driver for 2026.
Doohan’s time at Alpine has been documented within the upcoming eighth collection of Netflix’s Drive to Survive.
“Wednesday, I used to be there with my f***ing girlfriend and my coach, and I’ve bought three armed males round me – I needed to name my police escort to come back and get it beneath management.”
Jack Doohan, Alpine
Photograph by: Sam Bagnall / Motorsport Photographs
The 23-year-old now appears to be like forward to his position with Haas, which was introduced in early February 2026. “I’m thrilled to be becoming a member of TGR Haas F1 Group,” Doohan stated on the time. “It’s the perfect place to proceed my Method 1 profession.
“I wish to thank the group for giving me the chance to develop and tackle the nice problem of 2026 collectively. I’m keen to start working with the group and collaborating on a profitable season.”
Haas group principal Ayao Komatsu added: “I’m personally very excited to have Jack be part of us on the group given the energy 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 group works and so forth, it’s difficult for any driver – particularly one who’s clearly nonetheless very eager to race once more at this stage.
“I’ve loved attending to know Jack and we’re trying ahead to welcoming him into the group and benefiting from his contributions.”Â
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