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Doohan 'not certain' to keep Alpine seat for Bahrain
Jack Doohan's precarious position at Alpine shows no signs of easing, with new footage revealing Franco Colapinto conducting a 'TPC' test at Monza.Apr 7, 11:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fcarlos-sainz.jpg "Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024")
Sainz urges F1 to fix DRS after Doohan's crash
Carlos Sainz, newly appointed director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, has called for urgent modifications to Formula 1's DRS systems to enhance safety following a dramatic incident at Suzuka.Apr 6, 06:22
Oakes admits Doohan 'unrest' amid Colapinto rumours
Jack Doohan's struggles at Alpine took a dramatic turn at Suzuka when the rookie Australian suffered a 300kph crash, intensifying the pressure on his precarious race seat.Apr 5, 07:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fhelmut-marko.jpg "Helmut Marko pictured in August 2024")
No Mercedes or Aston Martin move for me, says Marko
Formula 1's infamous 'silly season' for drivers has kicked off remarkably early in 2025. Apr 2, 07:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fliam-lawson.jpg "Liam Lawson on September 1, 2024")
Insiders predict Lawson has 'few more races' at Red Bull
Paddock sources are casting doubt on widespread claims that Liam Lawson may have already completed his final outing in Red Bull's 2025 car. Mar 25, 08:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F48%2Fyuki-tsunoda.jpg "Yuki Tsunoda pictured on November 23, 2024")
Schumacher tells Tsunoda to dodge Lawson's seat
Speculation is intensifying that Liam Lawson's second race weekend with Red Bull may have been his last.Mar 24, 10:30
Lawson, Doohan, Hadjar under fire in Shanghai
Three Formula 1 rookies have rolled into China carrying heavy pressure after a rocky start to 2025.Mar 21, 14:15
Alpine's Oakes stands by four-reserve strategy
Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes has stood up for the team's choice to enlist four reserve drivers for 2025.Mar 20, 09:00
Jack and Mick Doohan stay cool amid Alpine rumours
Jack Doohan and his renowned father Mick exude confidence, publicly and behind the scenes, that the 22-year-old rookie will still be behind the wheel of an Alpine come the close of the 2025 season.Mar 19, 10:15
Doohan on notice as Briatore schedules imminent 'review'
Flavio Briatore has openly conceded that Jack Doohan's performance will soon come under scrutiny.Mar 14, 10:15
Marko backs Briatore's threat to axe Doohan
Red Bull adviser Dr Helmut Marko believes Alpine's Flavio Briatore is not bluffing about potentially dropping Jack Doohan from his race seat in the near future.Mar 13, 11:30
Colapinto's manager tells fans to cool Doohan criticism
Franco Colapinto's manager has appealed for restraint as speculation intensifies ahead of the 2025 season.Mar 10, 08:30
Marko stunned by Alpine's pre-season surge
Alpine is edging closer to Formula 1's top four teams, Red Bull adviser Dr Helmut Marko has declared, following the French team's standout Bahrain pre-season test pace.Mar 6, 09:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fflavio-briatore.jpg "Flavio Briatore pictured on September 1, 2024")
Alpine Stays French despite Mazepin's Bahrain visit
Alpine continues to stand as a French Formula 1 outfit, even if interest from within France itself appears lacking.Feb 28, 08:45
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Ex-GP winner sizes up 2025's six F1 rookies
A past grand prix victor has offered his insights on the largest group of Formula 1 rookies seen in over a decade.Feb 25, 16:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F48%2Fflavio-briatore.jpeg "Flavio Briatore at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023")
Briatore denies being Doohan's F1 career 'killer'
Flavio Briatore isn't ruling out the possibility of Alpine shaking up its driver lineup mid-season in 2025.Feb 24, 10:10
Briatore backs 'asset' Colapinto as Alpine's future star
Franco Colapinto has quickly established himself as one of Alpine's "most important assets," according to influential team advisor Flavio Briatore.Feb 21, 08:40
Alpine shuts down Colapinto questions for Jack Doohan
Jack Doohan insists he is not feeling additional pressure despite increasing speculation surrounding Alpine reserve driver Franco Colapinto's future prospects.Feb 19, 12:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F48%2Festeban-ocon.jpg "Esteban Ocon on November 28, 2024")
Haas move a breath of fresh air for Ocon
Esteban Ocon says his switch from Alpine to Haas has provided him with a much-needed fresh start after a turbulent end to his time with the French outfit.Feb 19, 11:40
Ex-F1 driver expects Doohan exit after five races
Former F1 driver Roberto Merhi believes Jack Doohan's Formula 1 career may be short-lived, with speculation mounting that the Australian could lose his Alpine seat early in the 2025 season.Feb 17, 13:20
Doohan's Alpine seat already 'decided' for Colapinto
Some within the Formula 1 paddock believe Jack Doohan's time in the sport could be very short-lived, with rising speculation that Franco Colapinto may take his Alpine seat before the end of 2025.Feb 13, 10:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Ffranco-colapinto.jpg "Franco Colapinto pictured on September 14, 2024")
Former teammate questions Colapinto hype
Franco Colapinto's push to secure a future Alpine race seat is gaining momentum as he participates in on-track testing in Barcelona.Feb 6, 08:35
Doohan determined to secure long-term F1 future
Jack Doohan has made it clear that he is fully committed to establishing himself as a permanent fixture on the Formula 1 grid.Feb 4, 09:30
No added pressure on Doohan because of Colapinto - team
Alpine has denied that rookie Jack Doohan is facing undue "pressure" ahead of his Formula 1 debut, despite growing speculation about Franco Colapinto's potential future on the grid within the team.Jan 24, 09:45
Red Bull explored Colapinto option, manager confirms
One of Franco Colapinto's managers has confirmed that the talented Argentine driver was in discussions with Red Bull before ultimately securing a deal with Alpine.Jan 16, 08:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F07%2Fjack-doohan.jpg "Alpine reserve driver Jack Doohan during the new car launch on February 7, 2024")
Manager admits Colapinto could replace Doohan at Alpine
Franco Colapinto's manager has admitted the young Argentine may return to the Formula 1 grid in 2025 as an Alpine driver. Jan 14, 10:30
Briatore hints Colapinto could replace Doohan mid-2025
The stakes are rising for Jack Doohan as Alpine secures promising Argentine driver Franco Colapinto on a multi-year deal.Jan 13, 10:30
Colapinto unlikely for 2025 Alpine role, says Briatore
Flavio Briatore has addressed rumours about Franco Colapinto's chances of joining Alpine's Formula 1 lineup in 2025, reaffirming the team's commitment to its current drivers and academy talent.Dec 16, 09:45
Speculation mounts amid Briatore's Doohan-Colapinto comment
Flavio Briatore has hinted that Jack Doohan's Formula 1 future with Alpine might not be as secure as it seems, despite his recent debut in Abu Dhabi.Dec 13, 08:30
Alpine faces deadline for Colapinto signing
Alpine has only a handful of days left to decide whether to sign Franco Colapinto for the 2025 season.Dec 8, 15:30
Alpine boss defends Ocon axe for Abu Dhabi GP
Esteban Ocon has confirmed that his early departure from Alpine ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was a "team decision," marking an abrupt end to his five-year stint with the French outfit.Dec 7, 08:20
Haas boss surprised by Ocon's Alpine exit for Abu Dhabi
Haas team boss Ayao Komatsu says he has no insight into Alpine's decision to bench Esteban Ocon for the 2024 season finale in Abu Dhabi.Dec 6, 10:55
Rumours rise as Ocon unhappy with Abu Dhabi exit
Esteban Ocon has openly expressed that he wished to race in Abu Dhabi this weekend.Dec 4, 12:00
Gasly praises Ocon's professionalism as Alpine confirms exit
Pierre Gasly has bid a professional farewell to his Alpine teammate Esteban Ocon, as the Enstone-based team confirms that Ocon will not compete in the Abu Dhabi GP.Dec 3, 11:15
Alpine admits Ocon's desire to leave before Abu Dhabi
Alpine team boss Oliver Oakes admits it is "obvious" that Esteban Ocon wants to vacate his seat before the season finale in Abu Dhabi, as discussions over an early release continue.Dec 2, 09:50
Three F1 rookies tussled for iconic race number 12
Three rookies entering Formula 1 have been vying for the iconic race number 12, a number famously associated with Ayrton Senna's first world championship title in 1988.Nov 27, 10:00
Alpine quashes rumours of Doohan's 2025 exit
Alpine appears to have swiftly addressed rumours that Jack Doohan may be ousted from his 2025 Formula 1 seat before the season even begins.Nov 14, 10:15
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Ecclestone hints at cancellation of Doohan's F1 deal
Bernie Ecclestone has acknowledged that Jack Doohan's confirmed Formula 1 seat with Alpine for 2025 may be at risk.Nov 11, 11:15
Ecclestone says F1 seat for Colapinto will emerge 'soon'
Bernie Ecclestone believes that a full-time F1 seat is on the horizon for Argentine rookie Franco Colapinto.Nov 8, 07:30
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Colapinto could be good enough for Red Bull seat - Vowles
Christian Horner has admitted that Red Bull is considering Franco Colapinto, the rookie who has been making waves since joining mid-season with Williams. Oct 31, 09:30
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