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Kvyat ‘open to any chance’ to join Super Formula in 2024

Ex-Formula 1 racer Daniil Kvyat says he is open to any opportunity to participate in next month’s Super Formula rookie test, as he eyes a drive in the Japanese series for 2024.

Autosport reported last month that Kvyat was investigating the chance to add a Super Formula programme to his already-announced commitments with Lamborghini in the World Endurance Championship.

While the former Red Bull and AlphaTauri driver has held talks with teams, he is still waiting to know if he will be able to participate in the three-day post-season test at Suzuka on 6-8 December.

Speaking to Autosport, Kvyat revealed his interest in Super Formula was piqued by his involvement in testing a modified version of the SF23 for the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, a series for AI-driven cars that is launching in April 2024.

“They needed a driver to set a benchmark, which gave me a bit of a taste of the car,” said Kvyat.

“I had an extremely good feeling with this car, and it made me think doing the real championship could be interesting.

“I have a seat in the WEC with Lamborghini, but it’s not a lot of races and it means I have space to add a second championship.

“I had the chance to test Formula E, but there are clashes with WEC, and Super Formula doesn’t have any clashes.

“The championship looks very competitive, the level is high, the tracks look great. There are some good junior drivers and some experienced guys as well, so I am very interested in it.

“I feel I’m in the best shape of my life, physically and mentally, and I am sure I can fight for high positions straight away out of the box.”

Source: Autosport

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