Jack Doohan insists his recent drop from Alpine has left him a stronger driver and a more resilient mind.
From Alpine to the Le Mans Circuit
The 23‑year‑old Australian, who spent seven Grands Prix with Alpine, now appears mentally unshaken after a second‑round interview with *Motorsport* and *AutoHebdo*. In that 12‑minute conversation, Doohan stressed his shift from feeling “overcome” to a sense of confidence that external opinions no longer loom over him.
24‑Hour Le Mans Run with Nielsen Racing
On the eve of the 24‑Hour event, Doohan pushed a #24 ORECA 07 Gibson alongside Ed Pearson and David Heinemeier Hansson for Nielsen Racing. Qualified third, the trio finished 18th in LMP2, battling a difficult race that demanded endurance and composure.
Balancing F1 and Endurance Commitments
Although he remains on the Haas reserve roster, Doohan has opted to stay in the endurance camp, saying the variability of the Le Mans “creates a window to improve” and that he enjoys intense environments more than he did in Alpine.
Self‑Management Off the Track
During the interview he warned that the mental burn‑out that follows a high‑pressure season is real, but he is working to keep that online persona from becoming flat. “I just need to try to manage that off the track,” he noted, acknowledging the personal life toll while highlighting the racing upside.
Possible Return to Formula 1?
Doohan acknowledged that a return to F1 would mean missing the iconic French race. “If I go back, it’s going to be tricky to miss this race,” he admitted, while still expressing enthusiasm for the challenge of competing at the highest level.
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