Vitaly Petrov signed for Renault

[Jungles]

http://www.thecheckeredflag.co.uk/2010/01/petrov-s...

So, that's the line-up for Renault done: Kubica and Petrov. No huge surprises with the choice of one experienced driver and one sponsorship-sponge rookie.

Ho Pin Tung is expected to be their 3rd driver. Not confirmed, but expected. If true, he won't be the first 3rd driver with a less-than-impressive record in junior racing formulae, but I was hoping Grosjean or a more promising candidate would be chosen instead.

[Allyc85]

Petrov looked very quick at times in GP2 last year so has some potential to be a good driver whilst having a massive amount of sponsorship to go with it. I just wonder if his mum will be around to smack the mechanics again when the car breaks down

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9hpWADHfOc

[team underdog]

Petrov is a good choice, he's got speed and some much needed cash. They'll need to keep his mother in check though!

[DSM2]

The guy shouldn't be anywhere near an F1 car, except maybe to clean it.

Another who will go as soon as his money does.

[egomeister]

I like Petrov, he's a real fighter - going side by side through Eau Rouge in GP2 this year is a good example.

I don't see him challenging for championships, but he has a good turn of speed and can bring funding making him a good fit for Renault.

[MiniMan64]

Is that our first Russian?