SILVERSTONE: David Coulthard announced at his home race on Thursday, July 3 that this year will be his last season competing in Formula One.
Coulthard stated his retirement ahead of the British Grand Prix. The Red Bull Racing driver said, "I would like to announce today my decision to retire from racing in formula one at the end of this season. I will remain actively involved in the sport as a consultant to Red Bull Racing focusing on testing and development of the cars."
At 37, the oldest driver said his decision to retire "was taken earlier in the year and is based on a desire to stop while I am still competitive and enjoying the immense challenge that grand prix driving represents. I also have the desire to look for new challenges within the sport.
The Scot made his debut at the Spanish Grand Prix with Williams in 1994. He joined Mclaren two years later.
He has won 13 grands prix to date. The last was five years ago in Australia with McLaren. Click here to see more of Coulthard's career.
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