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Sky Sports F1 star lands new role with Mercedes
Mercedes has announced that Anthony Davidson, a former Super Aguri driver, will serve as a development driver in 2026 alongside their new signing.
Davidson has been involved in Formula 1 intermittently from 2002 to 2008 before transitioning to sportscars and winning the World Endurance Championship in 2014 with Toyota.
Known for his F1 commentary, Davidson has been a test and simulator driver for various teams, including Mercedes, over the past decade.
In his new role as a development driver for Mercedes, Davidson will work alongside F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin and newcomer Joshua Durksen.
Joshua Durksen, a Formula 2 star, is joining Mercedes as a development driver after competing with PHM AIX Racing and collecting two wins in the series.
Durksen expressed his excitement about joining Mercedes and helping the team succeed in the upcoming season.
