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F1 and IndyCar doors both closed for 2023 F2 champion Theo Pourchaire. But a warm welcome awaits in Formula E
In another life, Theo Pourchaire, the 2023 Formula 2 champion, could have been testing as a Formula 1 race driver at Sakhir or prepping for his first full IndyCar season, but both scenarios have eluded him as his McLaren IndyCar seat was taken by Nolan Siegel, and Sauber opted for his F2 successor, Gabriel Bortoleto. However, Pourchaire has shown interest in starting a Formula E career, participating in extra free practice sessions for rookies ahead of the Jeddah debut. With experienced Formula E drivers nearing the end of their careers, Pourchaire could be a headline name in the fresh generation of Formula E racers, alongside recent F1 ladder converts Taylor Barnard and Zane Maloney. A potential 2026 Formula E deal for Pourchaire could begin in 2025, as pre-season and Gen4 car manufacturer testing is set to start from this September. Despite a wild test session mishap back in 2022, Pourchaire’s recent Formula E taster session in Jeddah showed promise, igniting his enthusiasm for a future in the series as a full-time racing driver.
