The late Ken Block's impact as a superstar got him very close to an F1 test a decade ago. Here's the story on how the plan came about and why it eventually fell through.
While the American's competitive arena was in rally cars, the influence he had stretched far beyond asphalt and gravel stages, and reached not only into the Formula 1 paddock, but the wider world too.
Block's impact and superstar status were such that a decade ago F1 tyre supplier Pirelli even paved the way for the American to properly test a grand prix car before the plans fell through. And a date was settled with Pirelli planning a three-day test at Monza in August 2011. The first two test days would seeEverything was firmed up, and Pirelli made the announcement of Block's test at the Canadian Grand Prix, where he was enthused about the opportunity.
Speaking to him in Montreal about the possibility, Block had smiled:"I am going to see what I can talk them into. Obviously, it is a very expensive car, but I have asked a few questions and they have given me some funny looks. I will see what is possible."
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