Takuma Sato Honda Advisor

Sato Joins Honda as Executive Advisor, Eyes Indy 500 Hat-trick

19/02/2024

Takuma Sato ascends as Honda’s Executive Advisor, enhancing Honda’s motorsport ambitions and sharing his legacy with future generations.

Takuma Sato, a former F1 driver and current IndyCar competitor, has taken a new step in his career by becoming the Executive Advisor for Motorsport at Honda Racing Corporation (HRC). This new role strengthens his deep ties to Honda and underscores his influence in the world of motorsport.

Sato, who already oversees Honda’s Racing School—a program he once trained in himself—is now expanding his responsibilities to include all Honda’s four-wheeled motorsport initiatives. Known for his impressive career, highlighted by two Indy 500 wins, he will again participate in this iconic race with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing and Honda this year, further underscoring his continued dedication to racing.

Reflecting on his new position, Sato expressed his gratitude and determination: “Being named Executive Advisor at HRC is a huge honor. Honda has been by my side throughout my journey, supporting me as I pursued my dreams. Now, I have the chance to give back by sharing my experience with future generations, while staying committed to taking on new challenges with Honda and HRC.”

Expanding HRC’s Vision with Sato’s Leadership

Koji Watanabe, President of HRC, welcomed Sato warmly: “We are thrilled to have Takuma Sato join HRC as our Executive Advisor. His dedication and achievements as a racer have inspired many, and he has already made a significant impact through his work at the Honda Racing School. In this expanded role, we know he will bring valuable support to Honda’s motorsport efforts.”

Watanabe emphasized Sato’s unique appeal, noting that fans admire not only his skill but also his unyielding spirit. “Takuma’s decision to race in the Indy 500 once more showcases his boldness and determination. We join the fans in hoping to see him clinch a third victory at this legendary event, and HRC will be there cheering him on every step of the way.”

With this new role, Takuma Sato is set to leave an even greater mark on the world of motorsport, both on and off the track.

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Carlos Sainz
1
CARLOS
SAINZ
Leader
Lewis Hamilton
2
LEWIS
HAMILTON
+0.031s
Charles Leclerc
3
CHARLES
LECLERC
+0.083s
George Russell
4
GEORGE
RUSSELL
+0.197s
Max Verstappen
5
MAX
VERSTAPPEN
+0.218s
Alex Albon
6
ALEX
ALBON
+0.302s
Kimi Antonelli
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KIMI
ANTONELLI
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Oscar Piastri
8
OSCAR
PIASTRI
+0.592s
Pierre Gasly
9
PIERRE
GASLY
+0.692s
Lance Stroll
10
LANCE
STROLL
+0.881s
Liam Lawson
11
LIAM
LAWSON
+0.904s
Jack Doohan
12
JACK
DOOHAN
+1.020s
Yuki Tsunoda
13
YUKI
TSUNODA
+1.149s
Isack Hadjar
14
ISACK
HADJAR
+1.327s
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15
FERNANDO
ALONSO
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Esteban Ocon
16
ESTEBAN
OCON
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Lando Norris
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Gabriel Bortoleto
18
GABRIEL
BORTOLETO
+1.709s
Nico Hulkenberg
19
NICO
HULKENBERG
+2.109s
Oliver Bearman
20
OLIVER
BEARMAN
+3.013s

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8
Sauber
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9
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