Sky Sports Pundit and former F1 driver Anthony Davidson has retired from racing. Davidson, who drove Toyota at Le Mans and the World Endurance Championship, used social media to announce his decision.
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Anthony recently drove the 2020 Mercedes AMG F1 winning car. He also finished third in a race in Bahrain with his team-mates Felix Dacosta and Roberto Gonzales. His F1 journalist Will Buxton also used social media to wish the Briton his retirement. Buxton praised Davidson in his contribution.
A sensational career for a driver who has fascinated everything he has driven from his karting days until today. A very talented world champion and one of the nicest people you can ever meet. It was a pleasure to watch you run. https://t.co/nBWL2kZHfD
– Will Buxton (@wbuxtonofficial) October 31, 2021
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“A sensational career for a driver who, from his karting days to this day, has fascinated everything he has driven. A very talented world champion and one of the nicest people you can ever meet. It’s been a pleasure watching you run, mate, “Will said.
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As reported by Autosport, the Sky Sports expert, known for its precise analysis, said that when he signed a three-year deal with Toyota, he knew it was time.
“One more thing to go … that I have decided that it will also be my last race as a professional racing driver. It was an unbelievable and unforgettable journey and I would like to thank everyone involved on this path, ”wrote the 2014 WEC title winner.
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“When I signed this contract, I saw it as three more years to win Le Mans with Toyota. I definitely toyed with the idea of just quitting at this point, ”said the Briton.
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Anthony mentioned his driving experience with teammate Roberto Gonzalez. “Driving with Roberto as a gentleman driver is a lot more fun than driving for a manufacturer with all the pressure that comes with it.
In a way, I had to fall in love with racing again because I had completely lost love for it at Toyota, ”said Davidson
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Anthony Davidson would continue to be an expert for the Sky Sports team in Formula 1 after his racing career. We wish him all the best for his post-race career.
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