FEBRUARY 17, 2003

Bobbi to test for Minardi again in 2003

Minardi announced Monday that Italian Matteo Bobbi will return as a test driver for the team for the third consecutive year. The 24 year old will assist with the development of the new PS03, which is scheduled to run for the first time later this week, and will take part in the Friday morning test sessions at each grand prix event.

"Minardi is pleased to have re-signed Matteo as a test driver for 2003," said Paul Stoddart.Ê"He is a talented individual, who has worked with us now for the past two years.ÊIn that time, he has built up an excellent rapport with the team, and we look forward to continuing our relationship with him.ÊI'm sure his efforts will contribute significantly to the development of this year's Minardi PS03."