Force India has confirmed that it has signed Nicholas Latifi as its official test and reserve driver for 2018. The Canadian was previously Renault’s test driver, and raced in the Formula 2 championship during the 2017 season.
He picked up one win and a further eight podiums last season, finishing the year fifth in the standings. Force India confirmed that the 22-year old will take part in young driver test sessions and participate in a number of Friday practice sessions at Grand Prix events.
“I’m really excited about the opportunity,” Latifi said. “Sahara Force India is a team that has shown constant improvement for the last few years and I’m proud to become a part of one of the success stories of Formula One.