The young Canadian seized his opportunity to race for his country, the leap from his 200bhp Formula Renault car to the 550bhp A1GP car proving to be no obstacle despite having had just one day of testing prior to the first round. Showcasing the skills that would ultimately lead to a victory for Canada later in the season in Indonesia, Sean cracked the top-ten in the Brands Hatch Feature race, steering the car to ninth overall and a points paying finish in his series debut.
Looking ahead to his return to Brands Hatch Sean commented, “I’m hoping we can build on our performance in China where we improved with every session. I know Brands Hatch pretty well. I could probably drive the Indy Circuit with my eyes shut having raced there so many times in Formula Renault. I’m looking forward to returning to where my A1GP career began and I know the atmosphere will be amazing as the British fans really love their motor racing. Qualifying will be the biggest challenge followed closely by pit-stops in the Feature, that’s where races can be won or lost so it’s vital that we get everything right when the pressure’s on. “
McIntosh will again be joined in Great Britain by Québec stand-out Kevin Lacroix, the 18-year-old taking part in Friday morning’s ‘Rookie-Only’ session before handing over to his team-mate. Lacroix, making his fourth appearance for the team, cracked the top-ten in practice in China and looks set to continue his progress behind the wheel of an A1GP car at the famed British circuit.
“It’s my last chance to drive the car this season so I’m keen to make the most of it, ” said Lacroix. “The circuit looks a little similar to the likes of Mont-Tremblant and Mosport with its sweeping dips and curves. It’s probably one of the hardest circuits I’ll have faced in A1GP but I’m looking forward to it! ”
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