P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Colton Herta’s closer than ever to a superlicence and the top American driver in single-seater racing right now after his best ever IndyCar season. But if F1’s not interested right now, he doesn’t sound too fussed
Colton Herta commented that his second place finish in the 2024 IndyCar Series championship, which brought him closer to a Formula 1 superlicence, would have been more beneficial a few years ago, indicating the timing might not be optimal now due to uncertainties surrounding Andretti team’s F1 bid. Despite the current F1 future uncertainty, Herta’s strong season represents a significant gain for IndyCar, signaling his emergence as a top prospect after a successful year with Andretti Global crew. Herta, a key figure in the Andretti F1 project, missed a previous F1 opportunity due to not having a superlicence and is now only eight points away from meeting the requirement. While his achievements in IndyCar may make him an attractive prospect for F1, Herta acknowledges the challenges of transitioning to a series with different demands and expectations. Despite the potential allure of F1, Herta remains focused on his current accomplishments in IndyCar and the opportunities it presents for his racing career.
