BEYOND THE GRID: IndyCar legend Dario Franchitti on why his ‘F1 dream’ never became a reality

Dario Franchitti has enjoyed a sensational racing career in the United States, becoming a four-time IndyCar series champion and a three-time winner of the Indianapolis 500.

But earlier in his journey, the Scot had plenty of interest from Formula 1 and tested for a few different teams. So, why didn’t he end up racing in the pinnacle of motorsport?

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Speaking to Beyond The Grid host Tom Clarkson, Franchitti talks about the three big opportunities he had to drive in F1 – sharing fascinating insight into those negotiations and the tests he completed for various teams.

He also discusses his racing idols, how three-time F1 World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart became his mentor and what it takes to become a complete IndyCar driver.

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