Summary
Jack Doohan’s position at Alpine Racing remains secure despite a challenging start to the 2025 Formula One season, which includes a first-lap crash at the Australian Grand Prix and penalty points at the Chinese Grand Prix. Speculation about his potential replacement by reserve driver Franco Colapinto has increased, but Doohan showed improvement at the Bahrain Grand Prix, finishing 14th after starting 11th. Team principal Oliver Oakes praised Doohan’s learning and expressed optimism about his growing confidence in the competitive environment of F1.