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I'll admit to knowing very little about A1GP, but I had hoped it actually would be a good ladder for U.S. open wheel drivers to show a glimpse of the goods to F1 principles.
My impression is that no series exists here, including IndyCar, that holds enough cache for overseas audiences to take much notice. If Marco Andretti or J.R. Hildebrand could have shown extremely well in a spec A1GP ride, I'd have thought they might be offered a test.
As it stands now, Marco might not have an IndyCar seat without the family heritage, and Hildebrand won the IndyLights Championship and is looking for a job. Their post-season participation in A1GP would have beneficial in at least some respect.
Bloody shame for all concerned, best wishes to Dave for a good day tomorrow.
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Andy Bernstein
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