Doohan will replace Ocon for this weekend’s final F1 race of the season.
Alpine has confirmed that Jack Doohan will make his Formula 1 debut for the team in the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. As reported by Motorsport.com after the Qatar race, discussions have been taking place between incumbent Esteban Ocon and the French manufacturer about him standing down for the final event of the season.
” Esteban Ocon, Alpine A524 Photo by: Alpine Speaking prior to the announcement being made, Alpine team principal Oliver Oakes explained that the scenario was a win-win for both parties. “I think it comes from all sides really,” he said. “I guess you could say it's good to get Jack in early. I think you could say from Esteban’s side, it's good to move on early. I think it suits everybody. “I think the discussion was quite natural, really.
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