Former F1 racer Jerome d'Ambrosio has joined the Mercedes team as its driver development director. Full story:
The Belgian, who raced for the Marussia Virgin team in 2011 as well as having a one-off outing with Lotus at the 2012 Italian Grand Prix, has been seen in theUp until now, Mercedes explained that d'Ambrosio's presence was purely on an informal basis, as he was good friends with the squad.
However, the team was clear that he was not just having fun and there was the possibility of their relationship becoming something more serious. Speaking at the Bahrain test last month, Wolff said:"He's been in Formula E and he's been a team principal of Venturi and finished second in the championship.However, after being spotted in the paddock at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Mercedes team kit, the outfit has confirmed that he has now taken a formal role with the squad.
In his new role, d'Ambrosio will help look after the host of young drivers that Mercedes has on its books in various categories around the world. This will include duties at F1 races as well as managing the career and development of the racers who Mercedes hopes to bring up through the ranks.
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