Mick and Jack Doohan: father and son on the track together in Melbourne | FP

Not just the GP

After the first two events of the 2024 calendar held in the Middle East, Formula 1 will return to the track again next week, but in this case on the circuit of Melbourne. The Australian public will thus have the opportunity to support their compatriots Oscar Piastri and Daniel Ricciardo, but over the course of the weekend they will also be able to witness a unique show.

On the track together

In fact, on three occasions one will be staged demonstration which will feature protagonists Mick and Jack Doohan, father and son who represent one of the most emblematic families in the world of motorsport. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first of five world championship titles in the MotoGPMick will get on the saddle of the Honda RC213V. At the same time, his son, Alpine's third driver, will restart the engine of the Benetton by Giancarlo Fisichella and Alexander Wurz dating back to the season 2000.

Jack's words

For Jack Doohan, a long-awaited wish comes true, in the hope that another dream will come true soon: “I'm very excited to be on track with my dad at Albert Park over the Australian Grand Prix weekend – commented – actually it's the first time we've shared a track, me in the car and him on the motorbike, so it will be an incredibly special moment. It's a great opportunity to celebrate his success in front of the Australian fans. For me, however, it is the unique opportunity to drive an F1 car on an iconic track. Let's hope that next year this dream will be completely realized“.

Mick Doohan 30 years later

Strong emotions, obviously, also for Mick Doohan, world champion five consecutive times between 1994 and 1998: “First and foremost, thank you to the Australian Grand Prix Corporation and F1 for this amazing opportunity – he added – whenever I get to jump on the bike at these types of events, it's always a real pleasure. 30 years have passed since my first world title in 1994. Time passes really quickly, because now I will be on the track with my son, and it will be a truly special moment for both of you. Both Jack and I are excited to put on a show in front of our home fans in Melbourne during the Grand Prix weekend at Albert Park.”