Hirakawa made his F1 weekend debut at the 2024 Abu Dhabi GP, replacing Oscar Piastri in a McLaren MCL38.

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Hirakawa had previously driven the MCL38 in Abu Dhabi last year in the FP1 session. Alpine F1 driver reflects on the Japanese GP as he sits out FP1 Alpine F1 driver Jack Doohan stated that he ...

In line with this, he had the opportunity back in December 2021 to test the Woking-based outfit's F1 car in Abu Dhabi. Ahead of ... Championship-winning MCL38 last year. The 25-year-old got ...

Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL38 Mercedes leads the field into turn one at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit. Picture: Bryn Lennon ...

At high speeds the rear wing of the MCL38 tilted backward under heavy aerodynamic ... with the finale in Abu Dhabi often being a favourite. During the season, teams have a limited allowance ...

Hirakawa’s F1 weekend debut took place at the 2024 Abu Dhabi GP when he replaced Oscar Piastri in a McLaren MCL38. Expressing his excitement, Hirakawa stated, “I’m very excited, I can’t wait to drive ...