Date: 17/10/2013
With Red Bull leading the way, top teams such as McLaren and Mercedes are looking to finalise their 2014 line-ups. Each claim they have taken aggressive steps to pursue their top targets.
Each team seem to be taking different paths when offering the drivers a contract. Willi Weber, Manager of Michael, was on hand to explain the situation. He stated that it would be a tough choice for his client especially with the differing levels of salary and the level of competitiveness in each of his potential teammates.
He said his client was keen to win the constructors championship next year so that would be one of his key priorities. Elsewhere Helmet Marko stated that he wasn't ruling out any of the three options he'd picked himself, and that he'd be keen to hire the best person for the job regardless of experience especially if they were willing to commit to Red Bull long-term.
Date: 15/10/2013
Sources in the paddock have speculated that Rajaram had been offered a choice between both Ferrari and Red Bull. With sources from both team stating they were interested in Singapore.
Rajaram has finally decided, choosing to continue with the historic Ferrari team. Stefano Domenicali said he was 'delighted with the move' but to earn number 1 status for next year Rajaram would need to beat Joe in the constructors championship. This new contract offers Rajaram the opportunity to be the highest paid player in the sport.
Christian Horner made a livid figure, stating that the other teams had been ganging up on Red Bull. He also lamented the teams eighth place in the constructors championship and blamed absent drivers [Wander and Jasper94] for their current position.
Helmut Marko stated the team would take a zero tolerance line in the future and that they would be aiming to bolster their line-up ahead of 2014. Marko wants the strongest possible teammate to partner Kiszol, who he described as the 'strongest on the grid'.
Date: 04/08/2013
Lotus have verbally been very positive about both of their drivers this year, with both meeting pre-season expectations. Lotus have wasted no time signing Dragan up for 2014 as lead driver, Eric Bouiller has stated "Dragan has really come on since the start of the year, we've been very happy with their work. We're really positive for the rest of the season and hope to at least take second in the constructors championship."
According to paddock rumour, the contract was only offered in Hungary but both parties were keen to put their seal on the agreement.
Christian Horner seen meeting Kiszol's agent
Date: 01/08/2013
With
the mid-season break upon the teams, driver speculation has become
intense. Many teams are looking to secure their drivers for this year
and few are in as hot demand as Kiszol after their strong season so far
for the Sauber team.
Horner was seen covering his face after meeting with the agent in Hungary, fuelling speculation that a move may be imminent.
Scott Williams makes
shock move to Williams
Date: 01/08/2013
Before silly season 2014 has launched into full flow, the
current championship leader has made a shock decision to leave Sauber for 2014.
Sauber are currently experiencing their most successful year of all-time,
leading both the drivers and constructors championships and amassing 3 wins.
Williams are currently languishing in eighth place in the
Constructors championship however Scott Williams has stated “he’s looking
forward to building his legacy at his namesake team. Just like Brabham, it
would be a dream to win under the Williams banner.”
“I know the media and paddock are likely to be critical but
the move will push me to a different level, especially working with characters
such as Frank Williams.” Later in the press conference he commented that he’s “fully
focussed on this year’s championship and helping Peter Sauber to accomplish a
surprise Constructor’s championship. I’ve got a great relationship with my
current teammate Kiszol and it’s been amazing working with him”
On the topic of a teammate, Scott Williams went further
stating “he’d welcome any driver who could help push the Williams team forward
and that he’d prefer someone with proven credentials rather than an untested
rookie”.
Will this shock move affect Scott’s chances in the drivers’
championship?
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