Bruno Senna could be in the F1 class of 2010
With potentially six new places available on the grid for we're set for an influx of new names next year.
Who will be the lucky half-dozen to get the places? Fresh new rookies? Experienced hands making comebacks? Third drivers hoping for race team promotions?
Here's a list of some of the likely candidates - vote for the ones you most want to see in F1 next year.
You can pick up to six names from the list below. It includes a mix of drivers with F1 experience who might be looking for a way back in, and promising and/or well-backed rookies:
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Here's who I picked and why:
Anthony Davidson - Showed promise at Super Aguri before the team fizzled out. He's a fine addition to the BBC commentary team but he's too talented not to be racing.
Franck Montagny - Another talented driver who deserved a proper shot at F1, not a few perfunctory appearances for Super Aguri while they tried to find a Japanese driver to replace him with. Has shown good form in sports car and Indy Car racing since his last F1 appearance in 2006.
Bruno Senna - A strong second place in GP2 last year against a much more experienced champion.
Nico Hülkenberg - Very likely to get a seat and absolutely deserves it after storming this year's GP2 championship.
Pedro de la Rosa - Stacks of experience and a nice bloke to boot - a fine choice for any of the new teams.
Lucas di Grassi - He's blown hot and cold somewhat in GP2 , could be a good contender.
