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The announcement that Felipe Drugovich will join Jake Dennis at Andretti in Formula E seems to mark the end of the 2022 F2 champion’s F1 dreams. Val Khorounzhiy says there’s every chance Drugovich would’ve been as good a bet as some of F1’s recent rookies
Felipe Drugovich’s recent deal with the Andretti Formula E team appears to be a strategic move beneficial for both parties, yet it also signals a potential shift away from his Formula 1 aspirations following three years since his Formula 2 championship win. Despite serving as Aston Martin’s F1 reserve and participating in endurance races, Drugovich’s opportunities were limited, and previous chances with similar offers were reportedly declined in favor of focusing on F1 pursuits. While the Andretti connection may offer indirect ties to F1 through TWG’s preparations with Cadillac, the current F1 landscape suggests a challenging path for Drugovich to secure a grid spot, given the existing contracts and upcoming talents vying for superlicences. Although Drugovich has shown promise in his limited F1 outings and performed competitively against teammates in practice sessions, the road to an F1 seat remains uncertain, with other young drivers like Bortoleto, Hadjar, Colapinto, and Bearman making strong cases for future promotions. Ultimately, Drugovich’s journey serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of the sport and the ever-evolving opportunities in the higher echelons of racing.
