Fernando Alonso and Nelson Piquet will continue to drive for Renault next year. The French team confirmed an unchanged driver line-up on Wednesday, and ended speculation about a possible switch to Honda from the Spaniard. Alonso will also be a Renault driver in 2010, Piquet only has a one-year deal.
"We are happy to confirm both Fernando and Nelson for next season," commented Renault F1's managing director, Flavio Briatore. "This gives the ING Renault F1 Team one of the most exciting driver pairings with the perfect blend of youth and experience. Fernando's commitment for the next two seasons confirms the faith he has in the team and we are delighted to continue working with him.
"Alonso has been a big asset throughout this difficult season and his leadership and talent, matched with the team's hard work and determination, have paid off with our recent performances, which have placed the ING Renault F1 Team back among the top competitors of Formula 1."
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"We are happy to confirm both Fernando and Nelson for next season," commented Renault F1's managing director, Flavio Briatore. "This gives the ING Renault F1 Team one of the most exciting driver pairings with the perfect blend of youth and experience. Fernando's commitment for the next two seasons confirms the faith he has in the team and we are delighted to continue working with him.
"Alonso has been a big asset throughout this difficult season and his leadership and talent, matched with the team's hard work and determination, have paid off with our recent performances, which have placed the ING Renault F1 Team back among the top competitors of Formula 1."
Source:
http://f1.gpupdate.net