Focus on Alexander Rossi, the last American driver in F1

While Formula 1 has entered a process of Americanization, no driver from across the Atlantic has managed to find a seat since the departure of Alexander Rossi in 2015. The Colorado native had a short-lived career in Formula 1 with only 5 Grand Prix under his belt.

Published on 07/05/2022 à 14:00

Tom Trichereau

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Focus on Alexander Rossi, the last American driver in F1

The Brazilian Grand Prix in 2015 marks the end of Alexander Rossi's short-lived career in Formula 1. © Photo Frederic Le Floc'h / DPPI

It's nothing to say, F1 is changing and is at the heart of a clear process of Americanization. In 2023, three meetings will take place on US soil, in accordance with what the owner of the series, Liberty Media, has always wanted. This weekend also marks the great premiere of Miami on the calendar of the Formula 1, before Las Vegas enters the game next year in addition to Florida, and the United States Grand Prix in Austin, installed since 2012. Before the arrival of Liberty in F1, the company based in Colorado, there are few drivers who have managed to lead their career to a seat in Formula 1. The latest, Alexander Red, experienced a complex relationship with this di

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