Brawn keeps Virgin waiting

Despite the absence of a main sponsor all year round, the Brackley team has no financial problems, according to Nick Fry. And take the time to negotiate.

Published on 28/05/2009 à 11:14

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At the start of the season, its immaculate white amazed everyone. Without a sponsor, the team of Ross Brawn and Nick Fry seemed to have to quickly find a main sponsor for the year. If Richard Branson has since put his famous mark on single-seaters, Virgin is still not the official sponsor of the team. Despite this state of affairs, Nick Fry does not consider the situation worrying: “ We are very close to several commercial agreements but, even if we do not find funding through sponsorship, we will be able to continue. »

If Brawn GP is not dependent on this title sponsor, it is above all because the English team knows how to save its nest egg. “ We use our money wisely, on the car, the team, and even Ross and I flying EasyJet »

While Richard Branson has already expressed his desire to reach an agreement for the rest of the season, Brawn is taking the time to negotiate. “ We are continuing discussions with Virgin but also with other sponsors. » There is no doubt that with five victories in six races, the Brackley is in a strong position to negotiate this sponsorship upwards.