Jack Doohan set for Formula 1 debut with Alpine in 2025

The 21-year-old earns a promotion from his role as reserve driver with the French squad and teams up with Pierre Gasly for the 2025 campaign.

Doohan, son of five-time 500cc motorcycling world champion Mick Doohan, replaces Esteban Ocon who will race for Haas next year.

"I am so happy to secure promotion into a full-time race seat in 2025 with Alpine," said Doohan. "I am very grateful for the trust and belief by the team's senior management.

"There is so much work ahead to be prepared and ready and I will give my best in the meantime to absorb as much information and knowledge to be ready for the step up.

"It's an exciting moment, a proud day for my family, and I look forward to taking it all in and pushing hard behind the scenes."

Alpine's new British team principal Oliver Oakes said: "We are very excited to promote Jack into the race seat from next season and, in doing so, giving him the opportunity to showcase his skill and talent in Formula One.

"Personally, I have worked with Jack back in 2019 and I am fully aware of his raw talent and potential. He is a very hard worker behind the scenes and his commitment is hugely valued by the entire team."

Alpine are eighth of 10 in the constructors' standings, having scored just 11 points from the 14 rounds so far.