Jani chooses A1GP over Champ Car

With his Red Bull backing gone from Champ Car, Jani had no ride in Champ Car

Neel Jani told autosport.com that he has elected to complete the A1GP season with a shot at winning the title at the expense of returning to Champ Cars this year.

"The pre-season Champ Car tests clash with A1 races and when I look at how well we're going in A1, why would I want to not race to go and test a Champ Car?

"Champ Car has a very uncertain future and I haven't had an offer that I think I could win the title with, so why would I give away a title chance in A1 for that?"

"I don't have to bring a budget to A1, the racing is good, and it gets excellent coverage. Most people would like to have a go at F1 as well of course, and that's my target as well, but a driver doesn't have to look beyond A1 – you could stay here for your career."