Jack Doohan to replace Esteban Ocon for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Australian Jack Doohan will step in for Esteban Ocon at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend, Alpine announced on Monday. The race marks the final round of the Formula 1 season and will be Doohan’s debut in the premier motorsport category.

“BWT Alpine Formula One Team announces that reserve driver Jack Doohan will race in the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in place of Esteban Ocon,” the team said in a statement. “The change allows Esteban to be released to Haas to drive in the post-season test in Abu Dhabi.”

Doohan, already confirmed as an Alpine driver for the 2025 season alongside Pierre Gasly, will also take part in the team’s end-of-season test at the Yas Marina Circuit.

The team expressed gratitude to Ocon, who leaves after four seasons with Alpine. “The team would like to thank Esteban for his time at the team. He will remain part of the team’s history, achieving the first win for Alpine in Formula 1. We wish Esteban the best for the future.”

Ocon has competed in 106 Grands Prix with Alpine, securing four podium finishes and a memorable victory at the 2021 Hungarian GP. This season, he is 14th in the standings with 23 points, highlighted by a second-place finish in Brazil.

(Source: AFP)