Scott Speed: “I have had the privilege of driving at some of the most challenging racing circuits”

Formula one:  Scott Speed Coming Home

Formula one:  Scott Speed Coming Home

Toro Rosso


It has been a great ride, but I’m coming home! Over the past 5 years I have had the privilege of driving at some of the most challenging and exciting racing circuits in the world. It did not always go the way I wanted, but Formula One racing has been a great experience for me, and I really appreciate the support from all of my fans. It has made me stronger, smarter and a better racer.

Unfortunately, Toro Rosso’s decision to remove me from my racing seat prematurely has left me to consider many other new opportunities in my racing career. As I approach the question of “what’s next?, ” I wanted to begin with those who have been the most supportive of my talents and potential. As such, Red Bull was the natural choice. I have had a great meeting with Dietrich Mateschitz who became VERY excited about the possibility of my racing back in the good ol’ USA. We will see where it leads.

I am coming back to America on a fact-finding tour, looking at the various racing series, and talking with some of the top American teams. Initial interest has been positive, so I look forward to having some productive chats and finding the right fit for me.

Overall, I am jazzed about the thought of racing back home. I can’t wait to see my family and friends in the USA, and to see where I’m most welcome and have the best opportunity for racing, and winning in front of my home crowds.

I’ll keep you posted.

Scott

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