Discover more news
Alpine have confirmed Jack Doohan will make his second FP1 outing of the Formula 1 season at the British Grand Prix weekend.
Under the sport’s current regulations, each F1 team must run a rookie – by definition a driver who has started two or fewer Grands Prix – in two FP1 sessions each campaign.
READ MORE: Gasly and Famin on the driver’s decision to stick with Alpine – and the plans for the second seat
Doohan previously drove Esteban Ocon’s A524 in FP1 in Canada, but was only able to complete three laps – without setting a time – due to the wet weather seen in Montreal that day.
But the Australian will get a second chance behind the wheel – this time Pierre Gasly’s car – during FP1 at Silverstone.
Doohan would only get three laps of the track during his last FP1 chance in Canada
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.
READ MORE: ‘It was intense’ – Gasly and Ocon share views on their latest on-track battle in Austria
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.
News
These manipulated photos are the original political deepfakes
Long before artificial intelligence, photographers altered images to burnish the reputations of politicians—from Lincoln to Stalin. The rise of artificial intelligence or AI has made photo manipulation easier and more accessible than ever. And under the right circumstances, these images…
America is still dealing with the pandemic’s scars, psychologists say
Many people have found themselves lonely and exhausted but anxious about connecting with others. Here’s why experts are worried about the loss of unplanned, informal interactions. In the years since lockdown, many people—especially youth—have found themselves in a catch-22: lonely…
These ancient cities sunk to the ocean floor. Here’s how they were rediscovered.
Lost cities sunken beneath the waves are not just myths. Many coastal communities were swallowed up by the sea in the ancient world—their streets, homes, and temples all submerged under relentless tides. For millennia legends swirled about these places, but…
Centerpiece of the National World War I Memorial to Be Delivered to Washington, DC
Photo Credit: DANIEL SLIM / AFP / Getty Images Almost a decade in the making, the centerpiece of the National World War I Memorial is finally slated to arrive in Washington, DC. The 58-foot-long, 10-foot-tall bronze sculpture, called “A Soldier’s…
Offset Finally Speaks Out On Why He Chose Jade Over Cardi B Despite Having Two Children With Cardi B
Offset Opens Up About Choosing Jade Over Cardi B: A Closer Look Into Celebrity Relationships. In the whirlwind world of celebrity relationships, where headlines are often dominated by twists and turns, one particular love triangle has captured the attention of…
Cardi B Gets Into A Dispute With Milagro Gramz Following A Mishap At The Bet Experience Show.
Cardi B headlined the BET Experience Concert Series in Los Angeles, marking its return this weekend, but encountered technical difficulties during the show. Known for her passionate performances, Cardi B expressed frustration towards the production crew for missing cues, prompting…
End of content
No more pages to load
