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Blanca de Foronda / Formula V8 3.5 | 30.11.15 | Aktuálně

One of the first drivers to join the new Formula 3.5 V8 championship, Alfonso Celis (19), is about to turn a page in his professional career. While he will compete with the Spanish team AVF, in Abu Dhabi he'll have his first outing with the VJM08 from Sahara Force India in his new role as development driver. A dream set to come true.

SEASON REVIEW"My season in 2014 with AVF was very positive, of course some things could be improved, but mainly it was a learning season, to get in contact with the team, and without any doubt I'm very, very happy to stick with this discipline"

AVF, THE TEAM"AVF is much more than just a racing team. They opened their doors, they received me as a member of the family. I'm really glad to having signed for a second season in the Formula 3.5 V8. I think we're heading for a very successful year"

OVERVIEW IN THE WINTER SERIES"Of course it is an advantage to participate in all the winter testing days. Actually this is the first year that I have the opportunity to take part, last year I just completed the pre-season testing. I keep on learning a lot of things and we're currently developing the car and working hard with all the engineers. These days have been really profitable for 2016"

FORMULA 3.5 V8"I have decided to stick in this championship because I have full confidence in the car, in the AVF staff and in the series. This championship allows the driver to demonstrate their skills the most"

2016 GOALS AND NEW JOB IN FORMULA ONEIt's very early to set any goals because the season hasn't started but my main objective is to finish in the top -5. I've already ticked one box: Formula One. As a development driver I will try to do my best. I'm extremely happy to get this job and I'm going to enjoy every single minute of this moment. I can't wait to feel the real cockpit!