‘I did not provide Derrick Walker or Walker Racing any commitment moving forward other than to do my best to contribute towards the merging of both series, as I thought this was the best outcome for all involved. I believe I have contributed to this process positively and uncompromisingly. I make no apology for this.
‘Moreover, during this period Derrick has been constantly in the media during the most sensitive negotiations in the sport's history, telling the world he had moved on and was going racing in the IRL regardless of what the outcome of merger negotiations were. His continuous outburst against the CCWS, his colleagues and partners have left them confused and disappointed after providing him so much support over the past three years. His actions have taken a lot away from his great contribution to the sport over many decades.
‘I look forward to any court action Derrick Walker may take. I relish the opportunity to have my day in court.
‘My focus now is on open-wheel racing in the Untied States, the development of the new combined series and the development of Will Power as a talented Australian driver.
‘There was always going to be attrition once a merger took place. I am not responsible for the failures Derrick now faces. He was given every opportunity to participate, and he took every opportunity to steal from the hands that feed him via the media. This spiteful and vexatious behaviour does nothing but demonstrate the fragile nature of his team and a desire to manipulate a small section of the media for self-serving purposes. You can't threaten to leave the sport and move on from your partnerships via the media, then expect the world to take you seriously when the same people decide they are better off without you.
‘I will be making no further comment on this matter.'
