Eric Boullier: Nick Heidfeld blended in the team while Robert Kubica recovering quickly – Formula 1
Nick Heidfeld who replaced Robert Kubica in the Renault team is becoming the part of the team, says Eric Boullier.
He also commented that ‘Quick Nick’ has a very good approach and helps the technical staff fine tune the car, R31. Talking about Kubica, Boullier said that he has recovered fast which amazes him as well as the doctors.
Robert Kubica, who was also the fastest in the Valencia test, was injured almost a month ago in a rally crash in Italy. He severely damaged his hand and broke his leg and shoulder. Since being hospitalised, he has undergone four surgeries and now his condition
is said to be normal.
Heidfeld replaced Kubica in the Renault team at the Jerez test and onwards. Heidfeld became the integral part of the team soon after he took the responsibilities of a senior driver from injured Kubica. He posted the fastest lap time on his first outing in
the Renault car and booked his position in the team.
Talking about Heidfeld, Boullier said, “Nick [Heidfeld] has a very good approach. He gets deeply involved and has already convinced the technical team of his value, He has quickly built around himself a climate of confidence.”
He further said that Heidfeld has settled in the team well and can bring some grand prix wins for the Renault team in the upcoming season. Heidfeld teams up with the 2010 Renault rookie Vitaly Petrov.
Talking about the injured Pole, Boullier expressed his feelings by saying that, “He is extremely motivated and upbeat, and even if it's not rosy every day, overall he is doing exceptionally.”
He added that Kubica has surprised everyone with his recovery time.
The Renault team and Boullier were heavily criticised over Kubica’s accident. Critics said that Kubica should have never participated in the rally at such a crucial time. Boullier replied to that criticism and said that the decision was purely his and he
does not regret on it. Boullier was asked that whether he would let his drivers rally again. He replied positively but said that the category of the racing cars will be chosen by the team.
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