The result was predictable: Sargent was unable to cope with the intensity of F1 races, frequently involved in accidents, and ended the season at the bottom, earning himself the nickname "Coach Sargent."
Ultimately, he announced his retirement via social media, completely ending his career.
In fact, Sargent's performance in lower-tier formula racing was not bad. In his first year of F2, he ranked fourth overall and won a race at Silverstone in the rain, showing talents and racing skills that were above average.
Keep in mind that Zhou Guanyu only ranked seventh in his rookie F2 season.
If he hadn't been forcibly promoted, Sargent's age would certainly have allowed him to hone his skills in F2 for two more years, avoiding the mental breakdown from forcibly entering F1.
The prestige of the Grand Prix speaks for itself, meaning many of the world's top F3 drivers participate, making the competition extremely challenging.
