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Anthony Davidson believes he has 'unfinished business' in F1 after his Super Aguri team were forced out of this year's championship.

Both Davidson and team-mate Takuma Sato were left without a drive earlier this week when Aguri Suzuki's team collapsed through lack of funding after just two-and-a-half years on the grid.

But the Briton, who spent his formative years as a test driver before securing his seat, is hoping he will be back in 2009 - if not before.

"After several years as a test driver in F1 I'm glad that I had the chance to show that I can race and to prove my speed, and I'm grateful to the team and Honda for the opportunity," he said.

"Although it's a difficult time of the year to find an alternative option as most plans are finalised and the season is well underway, I'm glad I took the opportunity to compete again this year and strongly believe that I have unfinished business in Formula One."

Davidson admitted he enjoyed his time with Super Aguri and is upset that so many people are now looking for a job.

"It wasn't a complete shock as we have all known how difficult things have been, but I'm obviously really disappointed that the team is unable to see out the rest of the season and beyond, and gutted not just for myself but for all the guys at the factory who have worked so hard.

"It was a small team, but with a lot of passion. The team has always worked incredibly hard, and I think this year the guys showed great dedication and loyalty to keep fighting especially given the uncertainty over the future.

"There have been a lot of good moments - being on the grid in Melbourne for the first time last year having waited so long for a race drive, and some very strong qualifying performances would be among my favourites."

Options for Sato

Sato, who is the most successful Japanese driver in F1 history with 44 points, has also vowed to continue despite the disappointment of losing his Super Aguri drive.

"It is incredible to think just one year ago we scored our first point, and the emotion and excitement of that moment has turned to such disappointment just one year on," said Sato.

"At this time I am not sure what will happen next as I have been concentrating all my efforts on racing for SAF1.

"I will be looking at my options with my manager and will make an announcement once it is appropriate, however, I have no intention of retiring from F1.

"I feel I am driving at the top of my game and want to give so much more to my fans and supporters in Japan and worldwide who have been so incredibly supportive to me during my whole career."