This error led to a huge crash for Jack Doohan during second practice at the Japanese Grand Prix. Former F1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve commented on his driving, saying he has been driving with desperation. It was revealed that Doohan failed to close the DRS into Turn 1, causing him to lose downforce and spin into the wall. Despite the crash, Doohan walked away from the incident and is okay after precautionary checks. The Alpine team is working hard to repair the car for the upcoming sessions, and Doohan is focused on getting ready for Qualifying.
It’s unfortunate to see a talented driver like Doohan feeling the pressure and making errors on the track. Hopefully, he can learn from this experience and come back stronger. Pressure in Formula 1 can be immense, but it’s all part of the game. Let’s see how he responds in the next races.