Australian driver Jack Doohan faced a new setback in his career by crashing in the first turn of the Miami Grand Prix, thus reducing his chances of scoring points in the category. Following this incident, Alpine decided to conduct tests at the Zandvoort circuit in the Netherlands, with a driver whose identity was kept secret by wearing a completely black helmet.
Although it has not been officially confirmed, all signs point to the driver who participated in the tests in Zandvoort possibly being Franco Colapinto, who stands out as the main candidate to replace Doohan at Alpine. This possibility has generated great excitement among Argentine fans, who are eager for Colapinto's return to Formula 1.
Doohan's situation within the Alpine team has become complicated due to his poor results, including two retirements on the first lap and maneuvers that have jeopardized his super license. Given this scenario, the team's executives are reportedly considering the option of replacing Doohan with Colapinto, due to his outstanding performance.
Rumors about Colapinto's possible arrival at Alpine gained even more strength after YPF CEO Horacio Marín confirmed the Argentine driver's participation in Imola. With these speculations on the rise, the uncertainty about Doohan's future and the potential arrival of Colapinto have captured the attention of the motorsport community.