Formula 2
Theo Pourchaire joins Mercedes as development driver
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2023 Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire has been announced as a development driver for Mercedes ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season. The 22-year-old French driver will handle simulator duties while continuing his full-time role with Peugeot in the World Endurance Championship. This move provides Pourchaire with a renewed opportunity in F1 after previous setbacks.
Mario Andretti has expressed tremendous respect for Colton Herta's decision to leave a successful IndyCar career in pursuit of a Formula 1 seat. The 1978 F1 champion highlighted Herta's passion and willingness to sacrifice. Herta currently serves as test driver for the Cadillac F1 team while competing in Formula 2.
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Alpine has confirmed that Formula 2 driver Alex Dunne has joined its young driver programme. The 20-year-old Irish racer, who previously participated in Formula 1 practice sessions for McLaren, will compete for Rodin Motorsport with Alpine's livery starting this weekend in Australia.