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November 27th, 2009

Force India retain drivers

Adrian Sutil and Vitantonio Liuzzi have been retained by Force India for the 2010 Formula One season.

The team have opted for continuity as Sutil has driven for Force India since they entered the sport at the start of last year. The 26-year-old German faces his fourth season in F1 after starting out in 2007 with Force India’s predecessors Spyker.

Italian Liuzzi, who stepped up from his role as third driver for the final five races of 2009 after Giancarlo Fisichella moved to Ferrari, has also been given another chance to prove himself.

Team principal Vijay Mallya said: “We have always maintained that consistency is key at this stage in the team’s development.

“For the first time in many years we will have the continuity of not only the same drivers, but also the same engine and senior management.

“With this stability now in place I truly believe we have an excellent platform to build on and move forward on our strong 2009 performance.

“I am sure we have one of the most dynamic line-ups on the grid and I hope this will stand us in good stead in what we all hope will be a transitional year for the team.”