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F1: Eric Boullier talks about Nick Heidfeld and Robert Kubica

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Khatir Soltani
Adapted from GMM

Eric Boullier gives a promising update on the progress of Robert Kubica and explains Nick Heidfeld has settled in well at Lotus Renault ahead of the 2011 season.

"Nick has a very good approach," the Frenchman is quoted by Swiss website 20min.ch.

"He gets deeply involved and has already convinced the technical team of his value. He has quickly built around himself a climate of confidence," explained Eric Boullier.

On his end, Nick Heidfeld recently said he does not feel treated like a "stop-gap" by Lotus Renault.

Photo: Pirelli

Regarding Robert Kubica, Eric Boullier said the Pole is "ahead of all expectations" in an Italian hospital.

"He is extremely motivated and upbeat, and even if it's not rosy every day, overall he is doing exceptionally," added Eric Boullier, who said he keeps in contact with Robert Kubica by text message.

Eric Boullier reiterated that he does not regret allowing Robert Kubica to go rallying in between his F1 duties, but admitted he would perhaps rethink the "category" of vehicle used by the driver.


Khatir Soltani
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