Berger not interested in Force India

Gerhard Berger has stridently denied reports he could become involved with the Force India team.

Following the withdrawal of his 50% share in Toro Rosso, it was reported he - and other colleagues of the Red Bull sister team - might switch his allegiance to the squad run by Indian billionaire Vijay Mallya.

Responding to the speculation, he told the Austrian news agency APA: “There is nothing to it. There have been no discussions, and I have no interest.”

Despite denying the Force India link, the former Grand Prix winner and ex-BMW motor sport director said he would not exclude a return to the formula one paddock at some point in the future.

“No, no. On the contrary, I am open to something else. Formula one is and remains my life.”

But as for the current rumours, he said “nothing is on the table at the moment”.

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