Jack Doohan escaped a terrifying crash at Turn 1 in Suzuka, raising safety concerns after a suspected DRS failure.
Australian driver Jack Doohan suffered a major crash during Free Practice 2 at the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka this morning.
Doohan didn’t take part in FP1, as Alpine handed his car over to reserve driver Rio Hirakawa—part of the team’s commitment to giving young drivers at least four practice sessions per season.
But less than 10 minutes into FP2, Doohan lost control heading into Turn 1 at over 200 km/h. His Alpine A525 slammed into the tire barrier at full speed with barely any slowdown—a frightening moment on a notoriously fast circuit.
Visibly shaken but conscious, Doohan managed to climb out of the car under his own power, though he appeared dazed and unsteady. As per protocol, he was taken to the medical center for checks.
Early signs point to a possible technical issue. The DRS (Drag Reduction System) light on his steering wheel may have stayed on, suggesting the flap remained open during braking—a dangerous scenario. Alpine F1 is expected to confirm more details later today.
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Doohan crashes at 200km/h in shocking Suzuka FP2 smash
Doohan crashes at 200km/h in shocking Suzuka FP2 smash