Mickael Ammermuller will drive for A1 Team Germany

Michael Ammermuller will make his grand debut in the A1 Grand Prix during the third stage of the championship, in Malaysia, in less than two weeks.

The 21-year-old German will have to replace Christian Vietoris in the A1 Team Germany. The latter was indeed offered Formula 1 tests by BMW Sauber following his success in the Formula BMW championship this season.

“I’m thrilled to have a second chance with the German team,” said Ammermuller, who had already been tested by the team in 2006. “It’s an extra motivation to start with the reigning champion team.”

It’s a big challenge. Even though I’ve never been able to drive on this track, I hope to win in Malaysia to show why I got this seat!

Willy Weber – the team director – added that Mickael Ammermuller would probably not be selected only once since the team will need a second driver later in the season…

« I congratulate Michael on joining the team, he added. « We want to give him every chance to make his name on the international stage. »

« He has already started the physical preparation for his 2008 season in F3, and driving with us will be much more than just a training. »

Ammermuller experienced a gloomy season in 2007. A hand injury forced him to leave the GP2 championship prematurely, while in 2006, his position as a Red Bull F1 tester didn’t allow him to drive for the A1 Team Germany. This will be done in the near future…