Auer and Mazepin will test the Force India

​The Indian team has announced the two young drivers who will take the wheel for the Hungarian tests.

Published on 18/07/2017 à 11:37

Jeremy Satis

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Auer and Mazepin will test the Force India

lucas auer will take his first laps in a F1 thanks to Force India during mid-season testing in Hungary. The Austrian, today 2e of the championship DTM with Mercedes, is historically supported by BWT, title sponsor of Force India since 2017, which has facilitated the rapprochement of the two parties.

« It's truly extraordinary, the most beautiful moment of my life, comments Gerhard Berger's nephew. For me it's a dream come true to drive an F1 car for the first time. I am particularly proud to experience this with Sahara Force India, a top team in F1. »

Nikita mazepin already experienced the joys of F1 last season during the Silverstone tests at the wheel of the car 2016. The 18-year-old Russian is currently involved in the European championship of F3 with Hitech GP with a 4e place in Pau as best result.

« I can't wait to test the Force India again, adds Mazepin. I've been working with them for over a year and it's great to have another chance to drive this car. »

The two drivers will ride half-day on Tuesday and also on Wednesday of the tests on 1er and August 2. 

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