Sauber boss Frederic Vasseur expects to make a 2018 driver announcement soon, with Ferrari proteges Charles Leclerc or Antonio Giovinazzi likely to be named for the first seat. It is widely believed that F2 champion Leclerc, who has been running FP1 sessions for the Swiss team, has already got the job – although some sources insist that a final decision has not been made, and that Giovinazzi remains in the frame. Sauber is obliged under its new engine and gearbox deal with Ferrari to take one of the Maranello young drivers, and negotiations are ongoing for the team to take both Leclerc and Giovinazzi. Ferrari has also not given up on the prospect of getting the Italian into Haas, despite...
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