Thursday, February 4, 2010

Heidfeld named Mercedes reserve

Nick Heidfeld has been named reserve driver for the Mercedes team, giving them an all-German line-up alongside Michael Schumacher and Nico Rosberg.

Heidfeld, 32, steps down from racing after 10 years with the Prost, Sauber Jordan, Williams and BMW Sauber teams.

Heidfeld, whose best result is a second place, had been unable to find a race seat in an established team.

"While I would of course have preferred a seat as an active driver, I am really proud to be part of the Silver Arrows."

Heidfeld would step in if either of the regular race drivers were unable to compete.

More to follow.

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