Formula 1 Latest Rumours and Talk: Hulkenberg, Di Resta and More

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Published: September 12, 2013

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This week, news of Felipe Massa's departure from Ferrari and the confirmation of 2007 world champion Kimi Raikkonen as his replacement ended the speculation over Formula One's most coveted 2014 seat.

With the Finn returning to the Scuderia, with which he spent three seasons, that does leave another attractive opening for those seeking pastures new.

The F1 driver merry-go-round is a fickle thing. Nico Hulkenberg and Paul di Resta know that, having been widely tipped for McLaren as Lewis Hamilton's replacement before they announced Sergio Perez.

So, what's the gossip on the hunt for a drive at Lotus—and elsewhere?

 

Hulkenberg Favourite to Partner Grosjean



According to Autosport, Sauber racer Hulkenberg was on Lotus' radar for 2014 even before the team knew of Raikkonen's move away from Enstone.

Team Principal Eric Boullier said post-Monza that there was a plan B in place if Raikkonen left, and it looks like the German, who qualified third and raced home to fifth in Italy, is the man at the centre of it.

Boullier said:

He had a good weekend and we know Nico is quite a good driver and fast. I have known him for a long time, since he was in Formula BMW. So we all have plans, if the first one [Raikkonen] is removed, there will be a b-plan."



 

Di Resta Also in the Frame?

Disconcertingly for Di Resta, his Force India is suffering a dip in form right at the stage of the season he needs to impress most.

It was the same story last season, as Hulkenberg appeared to overshadow the Scot emphatically while Di Resta struggled with a chassis problem.

He was known to be seeking a Ferrari drive, as reported by Chris Hockley of The Sun earlier in the year, but that ship has clearly sailed.

Nonetheless, Di Resta had an impressive opening hal...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Formula 1

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