Jack Doohan Joins Haas as Reserve Driver in Bid to Reignite Formula 1 Career

Former Alpine driver Jack Doohan has been confirmed as Haas’ official reserve driver for the upcoming Formula 1 season, marking the next step in his bid to return to the grid.

Doohan made his Formula 1 debut with Alpine at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix before contesting the opening six races of the 2025 campaign with the Enstone-based squad. However, by round seven at Imola, Alpine opted to reshuffle its line-up, moving Doohan into a reserve role and promoting Franco Colapinto. Initially handed a five-race audition, Colapinto ultimately retained the seat for the remainder of the season and into 2026.

After parting ways with Alpine in January, Doohan explored opportunities outside of F1, including a prospective Super Formula drive with Kondo Racing. That move failed to materialise after the Japanese outfit instead signed Ukyo Sasahara, leaving Doohan searching for a new route to stay connected to the Formula 1 paddock.

That opportunity has now arrived at Haas, where Doohan will work alongside existing reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa. Hirakawa continues to balance his Formula 1 responsibilities with a full-time campaign in the World Endurance Championship, racing Toyota’s Hypercar programme.

“I’m thrilled to be joining TGR Haas F1 Team,” Doohan said. “It’s the ideal place to continue my Formula 1 career. I’d like to thank the team for the opportunity to grow and take on the challenge of 2026 together. I’m really looking forward to getting started and contributing to a successful season.”

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu welcomed the signing, highlighting both Doohan’s experience and motivation.

“I’m personally very excited to have Jack join us,” Komatsu said. “He brings a strong racing résumé and valuable experience as a reserve driver in Formula 1. Staying sharp and ready while fully integrating into a team is never easy, especially for a driver eager to race again at this level. I’ve enjoyed getting to know Jack, and we’re looking forward to benefiting from his contributions.”

Haas will head into the new regulatory era with continuity on race weekends, retaining Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman as its full-time drivers, as the team begins a new chapter in partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing.

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