The implications of Kalle Rovanpera's last-minute Super Formula withdrawal

Author's view on the shock news that two-time World Rally champion Kalle Rovanpera will not be taking on Super Formula this year amid health issues... (Photos: JRP)

Saturday’s announcement that Kalle Rovanpera will not race in Super Formula this year on medical grounds is a difficult one to digest on a number of levels.

Of course, health has to come first, and before anything else we have to wish Kalle a rapid recovery from whatever issues he is facing. But the news is still a huge shame — not only for the fans, who…