McLaren does not fear the battle of egos

Three years after lining up two high-level drivers within the same team with the Hamilton-Alonso, the team McLaren tries once again by offering the services of Jenson Button, the reigning World Champion. The Briton will train with Lewis Hamilton a shock duo? perhaps the best on the board? ? which seems to satisfy everyone in Woking.

« Everyone at the McLaren team is absolutely delighted to welcome Jenson. Has it always been our policy to employ the two best possible drivers? and, with Jenson and Lewis, we believe we not only have the fastest pair in the field but also the most complete and professional », enthused Martin Whitmarsh, the team director. “ Additionally, I am confident in our ability to successfully leverage the complementary skills of Lewis and Jenson. »

Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button's new teammate, is also delighted with the arrival of his compatriot. “ This is fantastic news “, he reacted. “ I look forward to working with him. I already know Jenson and we get along very well. We both want our team to win and we are both going to attack hard. I am sure we will quickly establish a good working relationship. »

Furthermore, Martin Whitmarsh made it clear that Jenson Button?s arrival in Woking was not a matter of money. “ I also want to be clear on one thing: Jenson?s decision to join us is in no way motivated by money. We will not pay it more than elsewhere He explained. " This illustrates not only the confidence he has in McLaren but also his desire and ambition after the phenomenal results he achieved during the 2009 season.