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Super Formula: Ryo Hirakawa could quit to focus on F1 duties
Japanese driver Hirakawa has been announced as the latest addition to McLaren’s reserve drivers. He will join McLaren’s simulator program and drive their 2021 car, the MCL35M. However, his schedule for 2024 raises questions due to conflicts between Super Formula and F1 races, as well as conflicts with WEC events. There are discussions within Toyota about potentially dropping Super Formula from his schedule to free him up for more F1 races. Hirakawa will continue to race in the WEC, but there is no mention of Super Formula in McLaren’s press release. This appointment increases the chances of Hirakawa being called up for a race drive in McLaren and reduces the need for travel between Europe and Japan.
Source: motorsport
