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2024 - 8 - 23

Buckle Up! Jack Doohan Revvs into F1 with Alpine for 2025!

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Get ready, Australia! Jack Doohan is set to take the F1 world by storm as Alpine's newest driver in 2025! 🏎️💨 Can he make history?

In a thrilling turn of events that sets the motorsport world abuzz, Australian rising star Jack Doohan has officially been promoted to a full-time driver for the Alpine F1 Team in 2025. This major announcement marks a significant step in Doohan's racing career, as he transitions from his current role as reserve driver to taking the wheel alongside Pierre Gasly, replacing Esteban Ocon. With the thrill of Formula 1 in his veins, Doohan is poised to showcase his talents on the global stage, much like his legendary father, Mick Doohan, who dominated the motorcycle world in the 90s.

As he prepares to debut at the iconic Albert Park circuit, the excitement is tangible for fans and motorsport enthusiasts alike. Doohan describes the moment he signed with Alpine as a "crazy moment" filled with dreams coming to life—a narrative that resonates deeply, especially in Australia. With the country on the brink of having three drivers in Formula 1—a first in its history—the anticipation for 2025 is building. Can Jack Doohan rise to the occasion and lead Australian motorsport into a new era?

Doohan's promotion comes as a breath of fresh air in an F1 landscape that has historically been a competitive battleground. With his youthful energy and unmatched determination, the Aussie driver brings a zest that fans are eager to see translated into performance on the track. Alpine is clearly betting on Doohan not just to participate, but to thrive, setting the stage for thrilling rivalries, overtakes, and unforeseen moments that make F1 the exhilarating spectacle it is known for.

Alongside this exciting news, fans are also following the current happenings around the F1 Dutch GP at Zandvoort, where British driver Lando Norris has just taken the top time in Free Practice 1, proving once again that anything can happen in the world of motorsport. As we await the 2025 season, we're reminded that every season can lead to unexpected outcomes and thrilling narratives as drivers like Doohan take centre stage.

Fun fact: Mick Doohan, Jack's father, secured a remarkable five consecutive 500cc World Championships in the 90s, setting the standard for Australian motorcyclists. Also, did you know that the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne is known for being one of the more bumpy tracks on the F1 calendar, making it a true test of skill for any driver? Racing fans are in for a treat when Doohan officially revs up his career in the thrilling world of Formula 1!

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Jack Doohan promoted to F1 for 2025 as Alpine confirm he will ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Alpine have announced that current reserve driver Jack Doohan will complete their line-up for the 2025 season – replacing Esteban Ocon as Pierre Gasly's ...

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Australia closer to three drivers on F1 grid as Jack Doohan nod ... (Fox Sports)

Australia closer to three drivers on F1 grid as Jack Doohan nod confirmed.

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Doohan to debut for Alpine F1 Team at Albert Park in 2025 (Australian Grand Prix)

Friday, 23 August 2024. The Doohan name continues. Jack Doohan has been promoted to a full-time driver for the Alpine F1 Team in 2025 after serving as the ...

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Jack Doohan to join F1 ranks with French outfit Alpine (Brisbane Times)

Thirty years after his father Mick Doohan won the first of five motorcycling world championships, Jack Doohan has signed with Alpine, joining compatriots ...

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Jack Doohan will be Australia's next Formula 1 driver with Alpine in ... (ABC News)

Australian racing driver Jack Doohan will compete in Formula 1 next season after being announced as Alpine's newest driver.

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Jack Doohan recounts “crazy moment” he became an F1 driver (Speedcafe)

Jack Doohan has described the "crazy moment" when he put pen to paper to become a fully-fledged F1 driver. - Australia's #1 motorsport news website ...

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Alpine F1 Team confirm Jack Doohan for 2025 F1 seat (Formula 2)

Jack Doohan will race for Alpine F1 Team in 2025 the team has confirmed. The Australian has signed a deal that will elevate him from Reserve Driver into a ...

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Friday favourite: The McLaren that gave F1 its 100th grand prix winner (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Lewis Hamilton scored his first world championship in the 2008 McLaren MP4-23, but the car is also held in high esteem by the Briton's team-mate that year.

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Live: F1 Dutch GP updates - FP1 (autosport.com)

The 15th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season begins with first practice for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort and you can follow all of the action here.

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F1 2024 Dutch GP LIVE: FP1 schedule, start time, updates and ... (The Independent)

F1 Dutch Grand Prix LIVE: Practice schedule, times and results in Zandvoort.

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F1 2024 Dutch Grand Prix – FP1 Results (Motorsport Week)

McLaren's Lando Norris topped the timesheets during the first Free Practice around the Zandvoort circuit. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton completed the ...

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F1 2024 Dutch Grand Prix – FP2 Results (Motorsport Week)

Mercedes' George Russell topped a dry Friday afternoon practice session for the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix courtesy of a 1:10.702s tour of the Zandvoort ...

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F1 Dutch GP: Russell quickest from Piastri in FP2 (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

Mercedes' George Russell led McLaren driver Oscar Piastri in a crash-interrupted FP2 for the Dutch GP, with home hero Max Verstappen down in fifth.

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Friday favourite: The McLaren that gave F1 its 100th race winner (autosport.com)

Lewis Hamilton scored his first world championship in the 2008 McLaren MP4-23, but the car is also held in high esteem by the Briton's team-mate that year.

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F1 Dutch GP: Russell quickest from Piastri in FP2 (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Mercedes' George Russell led McLaren driver Oscar Piastri in a crash-interrupted FP2 for the Dutch GP, with home hero Max Verstappen down in fifth.

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F1 EXPLAINS: Injury recovery, sleep strategy and fun training – How ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

From struggling to sleep in different time zones to carrying crates of heavy equipment, every member of an F1 team needs to stay healthy and ready to focus ...

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Doohan earns his F1 seat with Alpine (Motorsport Australia)

Friday 23 August, 2024. Photo: Motorsport Australia Media. Jack Doohan will become the latest Australian to secure a Formula 1 seat, Alpine today announcing ...

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What we learned from Friday practice at the 2024 F1 Dutch GP (autosport.com)

Mercedes led the way in a close opening practice day for the Formula 1's 2024 Dutch Grand Prix. But a deeper look at the FP2 times and data shows McLaren so ...

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Son of a gun Jack Doohan to join F1 ranks with Alpine (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Thirty years after his father Mick Doohan won the first of five motorcycling world championships, Jack Doohan has signed with Alpine, joining compatriots ...

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Ricciardo's hilarious act as Aussie 'struggles more than anticipated ... (Fox Sports)

British driver George Russell set the fastest time in practice at the Dutch Grand Prix, with local hero Max Verstappen complaining of a lack of pace as he ...

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MUST-SEE: Join Lando Norris for a lap of Zandvoort with F1's ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Formula 1 burst back into life at Zandvoort on Friday with the opening free practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix – and there was an added treat for ...

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Doohan on 'crazy moment' F1 dream became reality as 'complete ... (Fox Sports)

Doohan on 'crazy moment' F1 dream became reality as 'complete faith' in Alpine gamble pays off.

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F1 Dutch GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more (autosport.com)

George Russell topped the Friday practice times for Mercedes ahead of the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix. Here's how and when to watch qualifying.

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2024 Dutch Grand Prix FP2 report and highlights: George Russell ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

George Russell set the pace during Friday's second free practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix, leading the way from McLaren rival Oscar Piastri and ...

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The Debrief by Aramco: Dutch Grand Prix (Aston Martin F1 Team)

Upon our return to the track for the first round following the summer break, Fernando placed sixth and Lance P11 in Free Practice Two by the seaside. Earlier in ...

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Doohan adds to rich Australian F1 history (Speedcafe)

Doohan will become the 19th Australian to race in the Formula 1 world championship. - Australia's #1 motorsport news website - Speedcafe.com.

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