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Discussion in 'F1' started by jknight, Jan 31, 2010.

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  1. jknight

    jknight F1 Veteran

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    #1 jknight, Jan 31, 2010
    Two for one launch today in Valencia - local time in Valencia the Sauber launch is at 2.30pm; Renault follows at 4.30pm.


    Carol


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    Petrov poised for Renault drive

    Russia could have its first Formula 1 driver in a matter of hours, as Vitaly Petrov's arrival at the Valencia track on Sunday heightened speculation he will be announced at Renault later on.

    Renault has been evaluating several contenders for the slot alongside Robert Kubica in 2010, and the team even considered at one point waiting until after this week's first F1 pre-season test before making a decision.

    However, Petrov has emerged as the leading contender over recent days - with sources suggesting he visited the Enstone factory last week to further his talks.

    Although the team has so far kept quiet about Petrov's position, he turned up at the Valencia track on Sunday and was seen in talks with Renault personnel, including team principal Eric Boullier, inside the team's motorhome.

    The Russian, 25, finished in second place in last year's GP2 series, behind German Nico Hulkenberg, who will race for Williams this year.
     
  2. brian.s

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    #2 brian.s, Jan 31, 2010
    Hmmm, a current GP2 driver WITH big bag of cash, knew best place to spend it by the looks of things. Hope he does well at Renault.

    I still think that the crow may not get served for Bahrain......
     
  3. Bespokecars

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    #3 Bespokecars, Jan 31, 2010
    Man this would be so awesome.
     
  4. ms.gto

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    #4 ms.gto, Jan 31, 2010
    20 Mill would help with the lack of major sponsors
     
  5. Gatorrari

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    #5 Gatorrari, Jan 31, 2010
    Nice to see that Renault has gone back to their original colors: yellow with black and white trim. Brings back memories of Jabouille, Arnoux, Prost.....
     

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