A race car driver in a pink and blue Alpine uniform appears in the foreground, while a man with a microphone is seen in an inset. — Doohan seems to have his days numbered at Alpine | La Derecha Diario

Camara — Doohan seems to have his days numbered at Alpine | La Derecha Diario

Formula 1: A French journalist revealed that Alpine set a departure date for Doohan

The French communicator believes that the Australian will leave his position in the next GP and that he could be replaced by Franco Colapinto

04/05/2025 11:20:00h

Editorial Team

Jack Doohan's performance falls quite short of Alpine's expectations and, coupled with a series of poor decisions, the chances of Franco Colapinto replacing him continue to grow. For this reason, the rumors within the small Formula 1 circle seem to be on the verge of materializing.

Julien Febreau, a French journalist and the official commentator for the category on his country's Canal+, anticipated that Colapinto could take Doohan's place at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix. The much-anticipated event will take place between May 16 and 18 at the legendary Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, popularly known as the Imola Circuit.

A man with glasses and a light beard, dressed in a suit and a blue jersey, is standing in front of screens displaying graphs and text.

Febreau believes Colapinto could race in Imola | La Derecha Diario

In that vein, the Formula 1 specialist sent a message that caused a great stir among fans on social media. Regarding the possible participation of the Argentine in Imola, he stated: "The trend becomes more pressing day by day, hour by hour…" Thus, another prominent figure confirms the same version.

It is worth remembering that, days ago, Horacio Marín gave an interview to Eduardo Feinmann on A24 and made a small slip that could have revealed very similar information. In a comment that wasn't supposed to air, the president of YPF hinted more than expected while the journalist was closing the note. "In Imola," the executive of the Argentine company slipped.

Marin sobre el debut de Colapinto

Two racing drivers in Alpine team racing suits talk on a track with empty stands in the background.

Doohan and Gasly aren't delivering good results | La Derecha Diario

The latest results of Gasly and Doohan

Meanwhile, the Miami Grand Prix is underway, where the performances of Alpine's drivers once again left much to be desired. During the Sprint on Saturday morning, Gasly finished in 11th position, and Doohan barely managed to place in 17th place. However, those weren't the only negative news for the team.

In the Qualifying for Sunday's race, the Frenchman had an even poorer performance, finishing in 18th place, which forces him to start from the back of the grid. The Australian, meanwhile, managed to advance to Q2 and placed 14th, squandering what could have been his last opportunity as Alpine's main driver.

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