Mark Webber to quit Formula 1 at the end of season
Webber decided to leave the competition for German company Porsche's new sportscar programme, which could include an attempt at Le Mans 24 Hours, despite having options to stay in Formula One, both with Red Bull and other teams
June 27, 2013 / 16:04 IST
Red Bull's Mark Webber will quit Formula One at the end of the season for Porsche's new sportscar programme, the Australian announced on Thursday.
Also Read: EcoSport to drive Ford's profitability in India: SinghThe 36-year-old spent 12 years in Formula One, winning nine races and twice finishing third in the championship.Webber decided to leave the competition for German company Porsche's new sportscar programme, which could include an attempt at Le Mans 24 Hours, despite having options to stay in Formula One, both with Red Bull and other teams."Porsche has written racing history as a manufacturer and stands for outstanding performance and technology at the highest level," he said on his website (www.markwebber.com)."I'm very much looking forward to this new challenge after my time in Formula 1. I can hardly wait to pilot one of the fastest sports cars in the world." Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!
