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Villeneuve Blames Cost & Lack of Feeder Series for Few Canadian F1 Drivers

Jacques Villeneuve explained that high costs and the absence of a strong feeder series in Canada are why only a handful of drivers reach Formula 1.

Villeneuve said that the financial burden of racing and the lack of a clear development ladder in Canada keep many potential drivers from progressing to Formula 1. He noted that only a few Canadians, such as Lance Stroll, Nicholas Latifi, and IndyCar star James Hinchcliffe, have made it to the top tier, highlighting the need for better infrastructure and support. xsportfeed.quest