Coulthard to retire at end of 2008 season

British driver David Coulthard today confirmed he will retire from Formula One at the end of the season.

The 37-year-old from Twynholm in Scotland announced his decision ahead of this weekend’s British Grand Prix, which will be his 237th start.

The Red Bull Racing veteran made his debut with the Williams team in 1994 before joining McLaren two years later.

Coulthard remained with the Woking-based squad for nine seasons before joining Red Bull in 2005.