Alpine 2025 F1 car breaks cover in Bahrain

After weeks of waiting, Alpine finally hit the track for the first time in Bahrain with its 2025 F1 challenger, the A525.

Pierre Gasly and rookie Jack Doohan took to the Bahrain International Circuit on Monday for the first of two filming days allowed for the year, comprising a 200km-restricted programme. 

Doohan said: "We have had a good first day on track here in Bahrain and I am sure everyone in the team feels really excited to be back and ready now to start the season.

"It is my first time driving a shakedown day so a great experience, especially driving on track with the filming vehicles! The car felt good so thanks to everyone at Enstone and Viry-Châtillon for their time and dedication in getting ready for 2025.

"I know Pierre and I are excited for Wednesday and beginning pre-season testing. It will be three busy days where we have many things to run through to develop the A525 ahead of the season start."

Gasly added: "It is a great feeling to be back on track and driving the A525 for the first time. Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to this car and all the hard work that has gone into preparing for this season.

"It is only a shakedown, limited running, so it’s not like we are driving the car at its full potential but the initial feeling felt smooth, and I am just looking forward to getting going and having a proper run later this week for official pre-season testing.

"I must say, the new colours look really cool so I hope everyone enjoys seeing the A525 in action."

Three days of pre-season testing begin on Wednesday at the same circuit, with Doohan behind the wheel in the morning, and Gasly taking over for the afternoon session.