Jean-Eric Vergne in British F3

Jean-Eric Vergne continues his progression in the motorsport hierarchy. After winning the title of French Formula Champion Renault 2.0 in 2007 and finished second in the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 this season, the Ile-de-France native will cross the Channel in 2010 to compete in the Championship. F3 British.

« This category is extremely competitive and enjoys an excellent reputation in the world of motorsport. », analyzes Jean-Eric. “ F3 was a goal for me, and it is also the path favored by Red Bull. Many other drivers in the Junior Team program have been there and have benefited greatly from it. »

Jean-Eric Vergne will join one of the best teams on the grid, Carlin Motorsport, and will try to shine in a completely foreign world. “ It was important for me to evolve in a British environment, because I have only known French teams until now. In 2010, I will tame a new category, learn new circuits, but also acquire another working method. I think all these elements will make me a more complete driver. »

Winner of the championship in recent seasons, Carlin Motorsport is indeed the best team that Jean-Eric could join. He now has to rise to the occasion to follow in the footsteps of his predecessors. “J?”I have the chance to collaborate with Carlin Motorsport, a very competitive structure that needs no introduction. I'm eager to? F3 is a turning point in a driver?s career: it is there, in fact, that it is possible to get noticed. Jaime Alguersuari and Daniel Riccardo, also Red Bull drivers, have won the title in this discipline in the past (in 2008 and 2009, editor’s note). Never two without three, they say, and I hope to demonstrate it in 2010! »