McLaren F1 reserve Sette Camara moves to DAMS for 2019 F2 season

McLaren Formula 1 reserve driver Sergio Sette Camara will spend 2019 in Formula 2 with DAMS, his third season in the division.

The switch had been expected since the end of the season after Sette Camara drove for DAMS throughout testing in Abu Dhabi after the season finale.

The Brazilian will team up with Nicholas Latifi after he was retained from Williams for a third season and team principal Jean-Paul Driot described the line-up as "such a strong team.”

"We are excited for Sergio to come on board with us," said Driot.

"We have followed him for several years and in 2018 he demonstrated his impressive speed with a lot of podium finishes.

"The goal is to fight for both championships, and Sergio should be in the battle for victories at every race.

"We hope to give him the best opportunity to showcase his skills next year, and earn an F1 drive in the near future." Added Driot.

Although Sette Camara was slightly overshadowed by the performances of McLaren bound Lando Norris at Carlin in 2018 he did still finish a respectable sixth in the championship and is optimistic about what he can achieve in 2019.

"It's very satisfying when you go to a team and feel so welcome. I am looking forward to 2019, and believe we will have an excellent season."