Tréluyer turns the page

Benoit Tréluyer was, just a few weeks ago, in the running for a second Formula Nippon title. But facing the Nakajima Racing cars, the Frenchman had great difficulty containing his opponents, and in particular Loïc duval, declared Formula Nippon champion at the Autopolis race at the end of August. After eight seasons in the discipline, the native of Alençon decided to move on. “ At 32, I think it is time to turn the page on car, confirms Tréluyer. I have had some extraordinary moments in Formula Nippon over the past eight seasons. One champion title, three vice-champions, eleven victories, it is important to give way to the younger generation. »

Only ninth during the last race of the Formula Nippon season this weekend, Benoit Tréluyer nevertheless wanted to put on a show for his last appearance in the discipline. “ For my last Nippon race, my ambition was to have fun and entertain the fans. I think I succeeded! »

Despite his decision to end this championship, Benoit Tréluyer had told very few people about it. At the end of the race, the members of the Lawson-Impul team were very moved. “ I didn?t say anything because I didn?t want a farewell party. However, I couldn't escape tears when Igarachi, my chief mechanic for six years, fell into my arms! »

After single-seater racing, Benoît Tréluyer wants to devote himself to other disciplines. “ I will now turn completely to GT in Japan and Sport-Prototype in Europe or the United States. »