Mi-Jack Conquest Racing News
source:
conquestracing.com
Mi-Jack Conquest Racing confirmed today that Nelson Philippe will return to
the team for the 2005 season. Philippe, who joined the team during the 2004
season and promptly posted a run of strong finishes, was the youngest driver
ever to make a Champ Car start at just seventeen years old, and the Frenchman is
looking to continue his forward progress up the grid that he started with MJCR
last season.
"I am excited to have Nelson returning to the cockpit of the MJCR Lola for the
2005 season," said team owner Eric Bachelart. "Last year was a good learning
year for Nelson, I believe in his talents and I know he has a lot of potential.
I am pleased that we have the chance to sign Nelson early, as we can now begin
building our future with him," said Bachelart.
Philippe rocketed from the Barber Dodge ranks up to Champ Car, and demonstrated
remarkable poise and control as he adapted to the high speeds and big power that
the Champ Cars offer, and Philippe is looking forward to working with MJCR again
for 2005.
"I am excited to be returning with MJCR," said Philippe. "I really enjoyed the
technical development side within the team, and know that MJCR has been working
hard during the off season to allow us to be in a competitive position this
year. I learned a lot last season, and I am looking forward to getting back to
racing again."