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Watts to race in China for Britain

Danny Watts will race for A1 Team Great Britain in Chengdu, the team has announced. The experienced and versatile Watts, 28, was rookie for the team in Zhuhai, China last season but has not been part of the squad since. However, he will now become the fourth driver to race for the nation.

While the team has not been able to test so far this season, Watts at least has experience of the new A1GP Powered by Ferrari car, being involved in the early stages of development of the original prototype chassis.

"After the very disappointing, yet unavoidable, car build schedule delays which prevented us from competing in Zandvoort, I am delighted that we will finally be in action with the new car next week," said team principal Katie Clements.

"Despite missing a round, we are keen to make an impact in China and prove that we are championship contenders in what I am sure will be the most competitive season yet. With Danny's impressive racing background and his experience with the new A1GP Powered by Ferrari car, we are looking forward to a fruitful first race weekend of our campaign."

Watts was elated about being given the chance to race for his country.

"It's a great privilege and honour to be asked to drive for A1 Team GBR, having represented the team once before in Zhuhai last season," he said. "I've had the experience of driving both A1GP cars, and the new A1GP Powered by Ferrari car is certainly a big step up in all areas. The biggest goal will be to score as many points as possible in Chengdu in order to get GBR's championship battle underway as we cannot drop any races for the rest of the year."

James Winslow, who participated in several rookie sessions for the squad last season, will undertake reserve driver duties in Chengdu.

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