LONDON :Kalle Rovanpera could be a triple rally world champion by the end of the season and Formula One drivers will be watching his next move with interest.

The 25-year-old Finn announced this month that he will switch to circuit racing next year, starting with Japanese Super Formula.

Depending on how the Toyota-backed driver goes, Formula Two and ultimately Formula One and the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race could be in his sights.

Racers have gone from two wheels to four, the late John Surtees winning world titles in both, but making a successful transition from rallying to F1 would be breaking new ground.

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