Much earlier in the experience curve is the third member of the 2015 Red Bull Junior Team, 16-year-old Briton Ilott. Following his open wheel debut in the Toyota Racing Series that he is currently contesting in New Zealand the central focus of the year for the KF European Champion will be the FIA Formula 3 European Championship as a member of the experienced and successful Carlin Team.
“Being in the Red Bull Junior Team is a privilege, you just have to look at the history of the drivers that have gone before,” admits Ilott who is thrilled with the chance created by his karting success. “Last season was very good for me so I was hoping for a good start in cars but I didn’t imagine that I would get this opportunity.“
“The step up is quite something, I have a lot to learn but I have already had a very good start with a few F3 tests with Carlin and a couple of tests in a Renault 2.0 before coming out to New Zealand for the Toyota Series. There are a lot of experienced people around me to learn from and it gets better every time I go out.This is my first open wheel race series and I am trying to learn as quickly as possible. I think it will be a good preparation for the F3. This car has less downforce and a bit less power but it is close enough to help. For this year I want to make a good impression, show my speed early and keep improving.“
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