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Gil de Ferran appointed McLaren advisor

Gil de Ferran with Zak Brown and Fernando Alonso Two-time Champ Car series winner Gil de Ferran has joined McLaren in an advisory role as the manufacturer explores a potential IndyCar expansion. Officially, de Ferran's role will be to help the squad's junior drivers, though the Brazilian will also be present in both Formula 1 and IndyCar paddocks. McLaren is currently considering whether it will enter IndyCar next year, with de Ferran ideally placed to help the squad make its decision. 'Gil's a good friend of McLaren, we have brought him on as an advisor,' said McLaren team boss Zak Brown. 'We want him to help with our young drivers. 'We are looking at some other forms of motorsport, most...
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