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Théo Pourchaire: “I arrive home with the title, mom and dad, that’s not bad! »
Théo Pourchaire is a radiant young man! Photo DPPI / Paul Vaicle
Theo Pourchaire suffered at Yas Marina, but the Frenchman became champion of Formula 2 this Sunday, November 26. The ART Grand Prix driver converted his 14th place on the starting grid into an efficient 6th position, which became 5th place on the last lap following a spin from Zane Maloney.
HE DID IT !! 🥹
THÉO POURCHAIRE IS 2 F2023 WORLD CHAMPION 🇫🇷🇫🇷
The emotion of the French pilot on the radio 🫶📻#AbuDhabiGP #F1 pic.twitter.com/cDs5PED5jt
— CANAL+ F1® (@CanalplusF1) November 26, 2023
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The 20-year-old young man could not hide his tears in the declaratory round, thanking his entire team and his loved ones with tremors in his voice. He becomes the first Frenchman since Pierre Gasly in 2016 to win the Formula 1 lobby.
“I’m so happy, and so tired!” I gave everything I had in me. It was a very difficult weekend, with a lot of driving (he also participated in Free Practice 1 on theAlfa Romeo in F1. Editor’s note). I had bad qualifying, setting the 14th fastest time for both races. It was a very stressful weekend”, recognizes Théo Pourchaire.
The French neo-champion also wanted to reassure observers in the paddock who doubted his ability to remain leader of the championship despite the pressure and the strong comeback of his rival Frederik News. “You've seen me struggle a few times, but I never give up. I really wanted this title! For me, but also winning the Team title. My team is Rookies champion (Victor Martins), it’s important, I’m very proud of them. »
Théo Pourchaire continued his intervention with attention in French for his parents. “They watch the race at home on television. I arrive home with the title, mom and dad, that's not bad! »
Finally, the Frenchman ended with a message to his fans regarding his future in motorsport. “I don't know exactly what it will be like in 2024, but don't worry. I will prepare as best as possible, and I hope that one day I will have my chance to go to F1, it is my dream and I am close to it. »
Medhi Casaurang
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