Colton Herta assesses struggles in first F2 season ahead of F1 aspirations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:24 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Colton Herta, Cadillac F1 reserve driver, discussed his challenges in the current F2 season, which he hopes will lead to an F1 seat. Herta has yet to show significant progress despite a promising start with points finishes in his first three races. He expressed concerns over his overall pace while acknowledging the benefits of driving on F1 weekends and gaining exposure to the tracks. Herta remains hopeful following his performance during practice sessions in Hungary and Barcelona, where he believes Cadillac can better evaluate his capabilities. As the season progresses, improved results will be crucial for his ambitions in Formula 1.
- •Herta's first F2 season has been challenging and inconsistent.
- •He scored points in his first three races but lacks overall pace.
- •Optimistic after practicing in F1 cars in Hungary and Barcelona.
- •Cadillac evaluating his performance more closely on F1 weekends.
- •Improved results needed for Herta to attract F1 interest.
- 9:24 PMYahoo Sports — Cadillac’s American Driver Colton Herta Gives Brutal F2 Assessment
"Cadillac F1 reserve driver Colton Herta opened up on what has been a rocky first season in F2 and why he has hope to reach F1 still.
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