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Why de Vries' F1 practice debut could add a new path to his current crossroads

A Formula 2 and Formula E champion, Nyck de Vries is currently considering where his future in motorsport lies. Continuing in WEC and Formula E is possible and he's also courted glances Stateside after impressing in an IndyCar test. But ahead of his Formula 1 FP1 debut with Williams, he could have another option if he impresses...

It’s frankly bizarre that the Spanish Grand Prix’s opening free practice session will be Nyck de Vries’ first taste of an official Formula 1 session. Having seemingly been on the precipice of F1 for years, and a frequent attendee of races in his capacity as one of Mercedes’ nominated reserves, de Vries will be belatedly assuming driving duties for Williams in FP1 in place of Alex Albon. It’s been a long time coming.

For those less acquainted with de Vries’ racing career, especially those reticent to stray too far from F1, de Vries is Formula E’s reigning champion. He’s also the all-electric championship’s most recent winner, after treating the Berlin crowds in attendance at the Tempelhof Airport to a masterclass in opportunism and race management.

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