Robert Kubica and Sergey Sirotkin with Williams at Pirelli tests

On the sidelines of the Brazilian Grand Prix, the presence of Robert Kubica at the Pirelli tests organized in the wake of the season finale this weekend in Abu Dhabi had begun to emerge, even if Williams Martini Racing had not officially confirmed the information.

In addition, rumors are growing about the Pole's possible tenure with Grove for 2018, even if the British team insisted on denying any agreement. in a press release published yesterday.

And it is not the confirmation this morning of the Pole's presence at the Pirelli tests in Abu Dhabi that should put these rumors to rest. The former resident of Renault, who carried out tests with Williams last October in Hungary, will drive the FW40 on Tuesday morning and at the end of the day on Wednesday.

The British team, which emphasizes that these tests are carried out above all to evaluate the 2018 tires, will also field the Russian Sergey Sirotkin on Wednesday morning and also in the afternoon, while Lance stroll, holder for 2018, will compete on the track Tuesday afternoon.