HRT with Karthikeyan, without Senna

HRT was recently the team from which nothing filtered regarding its driver duo. Then everything came to a head. Six drivers were “officially” in the running and Narain Kathikeyan made the signing of his contract public, pushing HRT to make the news official. It was this Friday that the team of Jose Ramon Carabantes and Colin Kolles inducted the Indian driver into HRT for the 2011 season.

“It is a great pleasure for us to sign Narain Karthikeyan as a driver for the World Championship Formula 1, explains Colin Kolles, team principal. I have known Narain for a long time. He can put to good use the experience he gained while riding with Jordan GP, ​​and as a test driver Williams. Narain has also driven in other disciplines, notably in a legendary Audi in Le Mans Series (Audi R10 from the team? Kolles). His experience and speed will be essential during the season. »

For his part, the Indian driver is happy with this outcome. “It's been a long build-up but I'm very happy to be racing in Formula 1 again in 2011. I've always stated my desire to drive at the pinnacle of motorsport. I am confident that I still have the pace, ability and dedication to succeed in Formula 1. I am looking forward to racing for Hispania and working with Colin Kolles. »

In addition, HRT told Reuters that Bruno Senna would not drive for the Spanish team in 2011. The Brazilian, who had difficulty finding a place in Formula 1, saw his dream slip away. It seems that Ayrton Senna?s nephew will be far from having the same career as his uncle. After 18 Grands Prix, Bruno Lalli Senna was pessimistic about his chances for the future.