Frenchman Jules Bianchi will replace Luis Razzia at Marussia in Formula 1 this season, after the sponsors of the Brazilian failed to fulful their obligations.
Bianchi, a member of the Ferrari development programme failed to get the second drive at Sahara Force India just days ago.
A former GP2 series' driver, Razia was announced as a Marussia race driver during the first pre-season Formula 1 test at Jerez after his backer made an initial payment for the seat. Apparently, the second scheduled payment deadline was missed.
Ferrari, which has nurtured Bianchi's career, was known to be keen on him racing this year. Marussia and Ferrari apparently agreed on the conditions that will allow the Frenchman to make his debuts in Formula 1.
With Max Chilton and Bianchi, Marussia will be running two rookie drivers this season.
Bianchi, a member of the Ferrari development programme failed to get the second drive at Sahara Force India just days ago.
A former GP2 series' driver, Razia was announced as a Marussia race driver during the first pre-season Formula 1 test at Jerez after his backer made an initial payment for the seat. Apparently, the second scheduled payment deadline was missed.
Ferrari, which has nurtured Bianchi's career, was known to be keen on him racing this year. Marussia and Ferrari apparently agreed on the conditions that will allow the Frenchman to make his debuts in Formula 1.
With Max Chilton and Bianchi, Marussia will be running two rookie drivers this season.