Sergey Sirotkin has signed a contract with Renault – RBC

Sergey Sirotkin has signed a contract with Renault

Russian driver Sergey Sirotkin, who plays in the GP2 series, officially became a test Renault driver, and next Friday will take part in free practice in the framework of the Grand Prix of Russia, the official website of the team, “Formula 1».

«The contract was signed before the end of 2016. Then we will consider the possibility of extending it “, – quotes the manager Sirotkin Nikolai Vetrov TASS

April 29 during Friday consolidated practice within the Russian Grand Prix in Sochi will replace the Danish Sirotkin Renault driver Kevin Magnussen.. Also in the framework of the concluded contract Russians hold several Friday practice in the course of the season.

In parallel with the work in the “Formula 1″ in the current Sirotkin season will continue to act in the GP2 Series for the ART team, one of the founders of which is current head of the team Renault Frédéric Vasseur.

«For me it is a tremendous opportunity, even though it came somewhat unexpectedly. It all happened very quickly. I still can not believe it. all young drivers are working for this moment. I will try to learn as much as possible of the new, learn as quickly and as efficiently as possible can do their job during free practice, “- said Sirotkin

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