Australian racer Jack Doohan has been denied a full-time seat in Super Formula for 2026, despite earlier expectations with Kondo Racing. The 23-year-old, recently dropped by Alpine, tested with the team but failed to secure the position. This leaves him searching for new opportunities as the 2026 season approaches.
Jack Doohan, the former Formula 1 driver for Alpine, faced another disappointment in his racing career when he was not awarded a full-time seat in the Super Formula series for 2026. Despite rumors positioning him as a strong candidate, the Australian will not join Kondo Racing as anticipated.
Doohan's challenges began earlier in 2025, when Alpine dropped him after only six race weekends in F1. He spent the remainder of the season on the sidelines before being informed that he would leave the team's driver program entirely. Seeking new avenues, Doohan participated in a post-season test with Kondo Racing at the Suzuka Circuit. However, the sessions proved difficult, with him crashing out at the same corner over all three days.
The potential move to Kondo was seen as a pathway back toward Formula 1. The team's ties to Toyota could have linked Doohan to a reserve role at Haas, which also partners with the Japanese manufacturer. Success in Super Formula has previously boosted careers, as evidenced by strong performances from drivers like Liam Lawson and Ayumu Iwasa.
Now, at 23, Doohan must explore limited remaining options in various series, as most lineups for 2026 are filling up quickly. This setback follows his abrupt exit from Alpine and underscores the competitive nature of motorsport transitions.
