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With the post-season Formula 1 test in Abu Dhabi, the lengthy globetrotting 2023 season came to an end and the
Several young drivers in Abu Dhabi had the opportunity to test out F1 cars, which is a rare chance for them, but unfortunately, this is likely the only opportunity they will have to drive an F1 car competitively. The F1 driver market has shut down for the off-season and there will be no driver changes in 2024, which poses a problem for young hopefuls like Theo Pourchaire and Felipe Drugovich, who will have to settle for reserve driver roles once again. Pato O’Ward, despite his desire to join F1, faces little prospect of securing a drive with McLaren, as they already have long-term commitments with drivers like Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. McLaren’s reserve driver pool for 2024 has recently included O’Ward. There are limited opportunities for emerging talent in Formula 1, which has raised concerns among team principals like Toto Wolff. Journalist Martin Brundle suggested the proposed Andretti bid as a solution to provide more chances for young drivers.
