Force India has confirmed Jules Bianchi as their reserve driver for this season. The team has also announced that he will take part in a minimum of nine Friday practices throughout the year. The driver is hoping to be able to develop as a racing driver as he has so far primarily participated in young driver’s tests as he is part of the Ferrari Academy. In the recent seasons he has competed in GP2 as well.
Bianchi: “I am obviously excited to join Sahara Force India and the chance to get track time during race weekends is an important step for me. Being regularly in a current car is the best way to learn quickly and I hope it will put me in a strong position to one day move into a race seat. The next few months will be really exciting as I get to know the team, see how they work, and prepare for my time in the car. I would like to thank everyone for believing in me and especially Sahara Force India for giving me this great opportunity.”
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