Jack Doohan reveals stronger mindset after F1 challenges at Le Mans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:04 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Jack Doohan addressed his improved state of mind ahead of the Le Mans 24 Hours, where he raced with Nielsen Racing in an LMP2 vehicle. After a difficult year following his demotion from Alpine F1, Doohan expressed that he is no longer concerned about external opinions, focusing instead on personal growth. Despite finishing 18th in class, Doohan has embraced the experience, indicating he has become 'much stronger' from the challenges faced in Formula 1. He now balances his racing ambitions with a position as a reserve driver for Haas.
- •Doohan participated in the Le Mans 24 Hours with Nielsen Racing.
- •His team finished 18th in class after qualifying third.
- •He stated he has developed a stronger mental state post-Alpine F1.
- •Doohan is currently a reserve driver for Haas in F1.
- •He aims to manage his challenges both on and off the track.
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Doohan no longer cares what other people think after F1 hardship
- 3:04 PMMotorsport.com — Jack Doohan no longer cares what other people think after F1 hardship
"Former Formula 1 driver Jack Doohan has delved into his “much stronger” state of mind, one year on from his mid-season demotion from the Alpine F1 outfit. Doohan was speaking on the eve of the Le Mans 24 Hours, which he took part in with Nielsen Racing in the LMP2 category. The #24 ORECA he shared with Ed Pearson and David Heinemeier Hansson finished just 18th in class amid a ...Keep reading
"Doohan revealed his new state of mind as he tackled his first Le Mans 24 Hours
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 3:04 PMJack Doohan no longer cares what other people think after F1 hardship
Doohan revealed his new state of mind as he tackled his first Le Mans 24 Hours
- Motorsport.comJun 19, 2026, 3:04 PMJack Doohan no longer cares what other people think after F1 hardship
Former Formula 1 driver Jack Doohan has delved into his “much stronger” state of mind, one year on from his mid-season demotion from the Alpine F1 outfit. Doohan was speaking on the eve of the Le Mans 24 Hours, which he took part in with Nielsen Racing in the LMP2 category. The #24 ORECA he shared with Ed Pearson and David Heinemeier Hansson finished just 18th in class amid a ...Keep reading
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