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F1: Vitaly Petrov helps promote Formula 1 in Russia

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Khatir Soltani
From press release

During his holiday, Caterham's Formula 1 driver Vitaly Petrov visited Sunday the city of Rostov-on-Don in Russia.

Petrov’s trip to “Southern capital” of Russia was a part on new program of Russian Helicopters Company. Vitaly started his day with visiting JSC Rostvertol, one of leaders in national helicopters industry. 

Petrov looked through all stages of flying machines production, met staff and key persons as well as took part in photo and autograph sessions.

F1 Vitaly Petrov
Photo: Manuscript Agency

He also answered a lot of journalist’s questions on media-call. His Caterham F1 car was also there, but looked very compact in comparison with Mil Mi-26T2 – the largest and most powerful helicopter in the world – next to it. 

From Rostvertol Vitaly went to Children’s home №4, where he presented to young boys and girls a lot of gifts with two mini racing cars among them. Finally, on 4th and 5th of August Caterham F1 car was shown for all guests and inhabitants of Rostov at VertolCity expo center. 

During August break Vitaly will also visit the city of Ulan-Ude as a part of on new program of Russian Helicopters Company destined to promote motorsport.

F1 Vitaly Petrov
Photo: Manuscript Agency




Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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