Doohan escapes injury after high-speed crash in Japan

Jack Doohan, the Australian rookie driver for Alpine, survived a significant crash during the second practice session of the Japanese Grand Prix. The incident occurred just seven minutes into the session when Doohan's car, with the Drag Reduction System (DRS) left open, spun out at high speed and crashed into a barrier. Fortunately, he emerged unscathed and was cleared after precautionary medical checks, though the crash necessitated extensive repairs to his car. Team principal Oliver Oakes confirmed the crash was due to driver error, highlighting it as a learning opportunity for Doohan. Despite previous challenges in his debut season, including a crash in Melbourne and a 13th-place finish in China, Doohan expressed his determination to bounce back and focus on the upcoming qualifying sessions. He thanked his team for their efforts in preparing the car for the next day.