Jak Crawford to replace Fernando Alonso at Aston Martin for first practice session in Japan

Aston Martin Third Driver Jak Crawford will participate in the opening practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix, the workforce has introduced.

taking up Fernando Alonso‘s AMR26, it can mark Crawford’s third FP1 look for the squad, following earlier outings in Mexico and Abu Dhabi final season.

“I’m really excited to get behind the wheel and drive for the team at Suzuka,” mentioned Crawford. “It’s such a historic but demanding circuit, and I can not wait to apply what I’ve discovered in the simulator to actual monitor circumstances.

“A big thank you to the team for giving me this opportunity. As with my previous FP1 sessions, I’m looking forward to doing the most of it and learning as much as I can.”

Aston Martin Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack added: “It’s nice that we’re ready to give Jak one other alternative in FP1 as a part of our ongoing dedication to growing younger expertise.

“He has been working laborious, particularly in the simulator again at Silverstone, and this session will enable him to proceed constructing worthwhile monitor expertise.

“It’s an important opportunity for him to keep progressing, while also contributing to the team by gathering useful data and feedback.”

American racer Crawford, 20, completed runner-up to now McLaren junior Leonardo Fornaroli in Formula 2 final season, having beforehand gained races at F3 and F4 degree.