Alpine urges caution on spare parts after Doohan's crash

Australian rookie Formula 1 driver Jack Doohan crashed during his first race in Melbourne. His crash happened in the first lap, marking a tough start to his F1 career with Alpine. The rainy conditions at Albert Park caused problems for many drivers. Six drivers did not finish the race, including four rookies like Doohan. Following the crash, Alpine is now cautious about their spare parts. Racing director Dave Greenwood spoke to the media and indicated the team has enough spares for the upcoming race. However, he noted they will need to be more careful than usual, though it shouldn’t affect the drivers significantly. Doohan accepted responsibility for his crash. He explained that he lost control while shifting gears shortly after the start. He plans to adjust his driving style to be more careful in future races. Doohan said he will upshift before corners to avoid similar issues. Despite the unfortunate start, Greenwood found some positives from the weekend. He noted that the car's pace was encouraging and acknowledged that many experienced drivers also faced challenges in the race. He expressed disappointment at not earning points but believes the team can improve in future races.