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Mercedes has recruited 2023 Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire as a development driver ahead of the new Formula 1 season. The 22-year-old Frenchman strengthens the Brackley squad’s simulator and testing pool as preparations continue for the Melbourne opener. He joins a group that includes Doriane Pin, Joshua Durksen, and former F1 racer Anthony Davidson, who […]
Mercedes has enlisted 2023 Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire as a development driver for the upcoming Formula 1 season, enhancing their simulator and testing capabilities at Brackley as they gear up for the Melbourne opener. The addition of the 22-year-old French racer complements the existing roster, which includes Doriane Pin, Joshua Durksen, and former F1 driver Anthony Davidson, who also works as a broadcaster at Sky Sports F1. Despite a closely fought F2 title battle with Fred Vesti, Pourchaire missed out on a full-time F1 seat post victory, briefly trying his hand in IndyCar before focusing on endurance racing. Currently, Pourchaire is competing in the World Endurance Championship with Peugeot, sharing driving duties with Nick Cassidy and Paul di Resta. Meanwhile, Mercedes has revamped its junior driver lineup, featuring talents like Rashid Al Dhaheri and Ethan Jeff-Hall, promising an enthralling midfield battle in the 2026 F1 season.
