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Taylor Barnard spoke exclusively to RacingNews365 about the challenges of trying to move beyond the junior ladder.
McLaren’s new Formula E driver Taylor Barnard believes that the attention on rising star Kimi Antonelli has made it harder for other F2 drivers to stand out this season. Barnard, who transitioned from F2 to Formula E this year, has shown promise after signing with McLaren. Despite struggling for results in F2, Barnard managed to win a sprint race in Monaco, showcasing his talents. Moving from karting to single-seaters, Barnard has consistently achieved race wins across different championships on a limited budget. While the spotlight on Antonelli posed challenges for Barnard in F2, he remains optimistic about his future in motorsport. His success in Formula E, including becoming the youngest point scorer in the championship’s history, highlights his potential to excel in different series.
