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.
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.
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Colton Herta, the 25-year-old IndyCar veteran, has responded to Cadillac's goal of a top 10 finish in the 2026 Formula 2 Championship by emphasizing his aim to compete for victories. Signed as a Cadillac F1 test driver and Hitech F2 racer, Herta expressed a mindset focused on poles and race wins. He highlighted his recent testing progress and the value of his teammate's experience.