Vitaly Petrov will race for Renault in 2010 and becomes Russia’s first ever F1 driver. The 25 year-old, who has spent the last three-and-a-half seasons racing in GP2, was announced as the team mate for Robert Kubica by Renault at the launch of their R30 today.
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Renault to confirm Petrov tomorrow?
Posted onRenault is expected to announce Vitaly Petrov as the team’s second driver for 2010 when the team reveals its new F1 car. Will Buxton claims Petrov’s deal with the team will bring them sponsorship worth Ôé¼10m. It would make him the first Russian driver to compete in Formula 1. Petrov finished as runner-up in the … Continue reading Renault to confirm Petrov tomorrow?
F1 links: Petrov tipped for Campos
Posted onThe Spanish press is reporting that Pedro de la Rosa will return to F1 racing next year with Spanish team Campos Meta 1. His team mate, the report claims, will be GP2 driver Vitaly Petrov, who until this weekend was Romain Grosjean’s team mate at Barwa Addax. Petrov would be the first Russian to race … Continue reading F1 links: Petrov tipped for Campos
GP2 Valencia Feature: Petrov leads Campos 1-2
Posted onTimo Glock is set to claim the GP2 title in tomorrow’s sprint race after edging further clear of rival Lucas di Grassi in the sprint race at Valencia today. Glock finished seventh in a race that began in damp conditions and saw di Grassi spin off early on. Campos Racing scored a one-two win with … Continue reading GP2 Valencia Feature: Petrov leads Campos 1-2