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.
Nikola Tsolov extended his Formula 2 championship lead at Spa-Francorchamps with a third-place finish in the feature race. Rafael Camara took victory while title rivals Gabriele Mini and Alex Dunne also scored points.
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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.