Former Red Bull driver Alexander Albon has revealed that his duties as a reserve driver at Red Bull are more important than a successful DTM career if he wants to return to Formula 1.
The UK-born Thai driver was sacked by Red Bull at the end of the 2020 season after a string of disappointing performances. Failing to meet Red Bull’s high standards, Albon signed Sergio Perez for the 2021 season. For the first time since signing Mark Webber, Red Bull has looked beyond its youth program to fill his place.
In an interview with Autosport.com, Albon said that the DTM won’t help his Formula 1 career much:
“A lot in Formula 1 probably depends more on how other drivers fare and whether there are opportunities on that side. But yes, there aren’t that many requirements here. “
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Alex Albon still wants to be in Formula 1
Although he has the opportunity to build on his reputation by performing well in the DTM, Alex Albon is determined to return to Formula 1. The 25-year-old is aware that fulfilling his duties as a substitute driver will be decisive for all future opportunities:
“A lot depends on how it works with BoP [in the DTM]. As long as I do my job by my side … Of course, my role is also a much bigger role in the substitute driver, simulator tasks and testing [in getting back to F1]. “
When asked whether a long-term career in sports cars was an option, Albon quickly said no:
“Seriously, not really. I mean it’s good for now It keeps me fit, it keeps me fit for racing, if you can call it that. “But I still want to be in F1. If F1 didn’t work, then somehow … we’ll see. It’s definitely not something I would say no to 100%. “
Alex Albon is one of three former Formula 1 drivers who will be competing in the DTM this season. In addition to the Thai, Timo Glock starts for the BMW Rowe Racing Team and the former Red Bull driver Christian Klien drives a McLaren for the JP Motorsport team.
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