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Former IndyCar champion Simon Pagenaud is among a list of three drivers signed in development roles by the Cadillac F1 team.
Simon Pagenaud, a former IndyCar champion, has been signed by the Cadillac Formula 1 team along with two other drivers in development roles. Pagenaud will bring valuable experience to the Silverstone-based squad following his 2023 accident that ended his oval racing career due to a concussion. Pietro Fittipaldi, grandson of Emerson Fittipaldi, and endurance driver Charlie Eastwood are also joining the team to support race drivers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez. Pagenaud expressed his excitement about taking on the role and his passion for the technical aspects of the sport since his accident. Team Principal Graeme Lowdon emphasized the importance of Pagenaud’s experience in helping the team succeed on track and praised his contributions to the simulator work.
