ERICSSON TO REMAIN AT SAUBER IN 2017
Since gaining a new ownership back in July, Sauber have been in a significantly better financial state, but were still looking for drivers with financial backing for next season. Coupling that with his experience, Ericsson was deemed the perfect fit by the team.
“During the current season Marcus has again showed he is willing to go that extra mile in order to make progress,” Team Principal Monisha Kaltenborn said. “He went through very difficult times with us, but managed those very well… He is not only a good driver, but also an important team player who understand how to work with the team and how to motivate everyone with his positive attitude.”
Ericsson says he is happy to be staying with the team, and believes Sauber will be improving over the coming years. Having only just scored their first point of the season at the last round in Brazil, improvements are a must if they want to be competitive next season.
“I have developed a lot as a driver during my time at Sauber,” Ericsson said. “We have had ups and downs, but we always stick together and work as hard as we can. Since the new ownership, there has been a positive push in the team, so it will also be exciting to go into this new era. Many motorsports experts are becoming part of Sauber, which is a good sign for the future.”
The Swede’s aim for next season is regular points finishes and a midfield fight. Given that Ericsson is yet to score this season, regular points might be a high aim.
There are now only three seats to be announced: The remaining Sauber seat and the 2 seats at Manor, which are likely to go to Wehrlein and Gutierrez while Nasr remains at Sauber with Ericsson.
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