World Sport News

Negotiations to extend the contract of the Russian pilots “Lotus Renault” Vitaly Petrov team completed no later than January 2012. Manager racer Oksana Kosachenko also noted that now Petrov – one pilot, “Formula 1″ is not receiving wages.

“Negotiations started in June. We will complete all until the New Year. at the latest – in the first week of January. Because the team also needed to determine the composition of the pilots, and we can not keep them. If we find an understanding with the leadership” Lotus Renault “then the contract will be renewed in 2012 – said in an interview Kosachenko” Interfax “. – Now Petrov – the only driver who does not receive a salary.” Formula 1 “- this is a sport in which people earn money. Petrova in have invested a great investment. It is time to think about return on investment. I think the financial aspect will be discussed as one of the main contract in 2012 “.

In addition, according to Kosachenko, the contract will be clearly spelled out rules of conduct of media – and for Petrov, and representatives of the “Lotus Renault”.

“Publications are not always conducive to creating a comfortable environment. It is more logical to discuss the working moments within the team, and already make out some sort of weighted consolidated decision,” – said Kosachenko.

According to her, from Petrov, “expecting a little more this season,” and show them the results “is not enough for a team of this level”.

“Vitali can generate points in each race. And he knows it. He can do it”, – said the pilot manager.

Kosachenko also noted: the transition Petrova in the Russian team, “Formula 1″, “Marussia Virgin” in the near future is expected.

“We talked to the owners of the team that would be cool to join the Russian team and the Russian pilot. But for now, the only Russian pilot – Vitaly Petrov, and the only Russian team fairly admits that today they do not have the disposal of the vehicle, in which he could act with dignity. Therefore, we must still wait. We are now thinking about how together we prepare young drivers for change Petrov. Maybe then he will be driving “Marousi,” – said Kosachenko.