Jack Doohan will exit the Alpine Formula 1 team before the 2026 season, after a brief stint that began at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. A product of the Alpine Academy, Doohan earned a seat in the main lineup ahead of his 2025 debut, but the move proved short‑lived. Alpine’s strategy shifted as the team added reserve drivers, notably Franco Colapinto, and the young driver struggled to match the pace of teammates. In practice sessions, Doohan outqualified Pierre Gasly on a few occasions, yet consistency remained elusive.

With Alpine tightening its driver roster, the decision to part ways comes as the team prepares for a new era of talent management. The exit underscores the fierce competition for seats in Formula 1, where performance gaps can quickly translate into contract changes. Doohan will now look for opportunities elsewhere, while Alpine focuses on nurturing its next generation of drivers.Alpine plans to promote Colapinto to a race seat in 2026, while Doohan may target a seat in the lower‑tier Formula 2 or a privateer F1 entry.