BWT Alpine Formula One Team’s Reserve Driver, Jack Doohan, will race in the season finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in place of Esteban Ocon, the team announced Monday morning.
Ocon’s release allows the 28-year-old to to drive in the post-season test in Abu Dhabi with Haas F-1, who he’ll be driving for next season.
“The team would like to thank Esteban for his time at the team and 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.”
Thank you, Esteban ❤
— BWT Alpine Formula One Team (@AlpineF1Team) December 2, 2024
We’ve shared some special memories together and wish you all the best for your next chapter. pic.twitter.com/PXdHdAjIRv
Doohan, who has already been announced as an official driver for the season alongside Pierre Gasly, will race with the No. 61 as his registered reserve driver number and will also participate in the end-of-season test for the team at the Yas Marina Circuit.