Edgar withdraws from F3 due to health issues
FIA Formula 3 driver Jonny Edgar has withdrawn from the series after being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease.
In a social media post, Edgar, who is part of the Red Bull Junior Team, wrote: “As a family, we have made the extremely difficult decision that I will not continue in the 2022 FIA F3 Championship until I am feeling well again.
“Having recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, at the present time I am simply unable to physically compete at the level required.
“Once on the correct treatment path, I will hopefully be back to full health/fitness but until then I need to take some time out to prioritise my health.
“I would especially like to thank Red Bull, Trident Motorsport and [sponsor] D Tolson & Sons for their unwavering support throughout what has been a challenging time. Hope to be back soon.”
The Briton, who was a finalist in the 2021 Aston Martin Autosport BRDC Award, will be replaced at the Italian team by Dane Oliver Rasmussen, who will line up for his second F3 campaign after competing with HWA Racelab in 2021.