Formula E – Takuma Sato called in as reinforcement at Amlin Aguri

Amlin Aguri was unable to bring Antonio Félix da Costa to Beijing (China) for the first Formula E ePrix contested this Saturday. The Portuguese being retained by BMW in its program DTM at the Lausitzring (Germany), the Japanese team called on the services of Takuma Sato to drive the second Spark-Renault SRT_01E alongside Katherine Legge. “I am particularly happy to join the team since I am meeting old friends from Super Aguri. Electric racing cars are fascinating and they are taking racing in a new direction. »

Takuma Sato is a great added value for Amlin Aguri since the Japanese who has seven seasons in F1 remained active, notably contesting theIndyCar (18th this season with A.J Foyt Racing) where urban races are frequent on the calendar. “Takuma is an established rider and his presence will bring unity and experience to the team. He has great knowledge of street circuits and this is also important for us”, added Aguri Suzuki, executive chairman of Amlin Aguri. »