Mercedes buys Brawn GP

Engaged with McLaren for many years, the German manufacturer Mercedes took a further step by taking 75,1% of the shares of the Brawn GP team. Although there had been rumors of this possible takeover for some time, the news was made official on Monday by the director of Mercedes cars, Doctor Dieter Zetsche.

Brawn GP, ​​born from the ashes of the Honda team at the start of the 2009 season, ultimately only existed for one year since its name disappeared in favor of Mercedes GP. “ Mercedes will race in the World Championship F1 next season with its own factory team “, said Mr. Zetsche. “ This was made possible by the acquisition of 75,1% of Brawn GP, ​​45,1% thanks to Daimler and 30% of our partner Aabar Investments. The rest will remain in the hands of Ross Brawn, Nick Fry and the other members. »

However, the manufacturer maintains its stake for the next two years in the McLaren team, which it owns at 40%. Finally, Ross Brawn will remain at the head of the new team. “ He will continue as director », he continues. (?) “The new Mercedes Benz team will be coordinated by Mercedes Benz Motorsport which is managed, as everyone knows, by Norbert Haug. »

On the other hand, Mercedes GP has not announced its driver duo for next season. If Rubens Barrichello left Brackley for Williams F1, Jenson Button is still being negotiated for 2010. The other seat could be occupied by Nico Rosberg but nothing has yet been finalized.