RICHIE STANAWAY COMPLETES 4 CAR PRODRIVE LINE-UP

Richie Stanaway completes Prodrive Racing Australia’s driver line-up in 2018 – Photo: Supplied

Prodrive Racing Australia has confirmed that Richie Stanaway will complete the teams full time driver line-up in 2018.

After two successful co-driver campaigns, Stanaway will fulfil a “childhood dream”, when he lines up to drive the fourth Prodrive entry in next years Virgin Australia Supercars Championship after signing a multi-year deal with the team.

Stanaway’s promotion to a full time seat supplements an already expansive racing resume which includes race wins in the World Endurance Championship, Formula 2 and GP3, in addition to his Sandown win earlier this year.

“Obviously it’s good to have everything ready,” said Stanaway, who will pilot the No. 56 Ford Falcon FG X in 2018.

“It’s been coming along for a while, but it’s good to finally have the deal done. It’s been a childhood dream for me to race in Supercars, so it’s great to check that off the bucket list.”

While expectations are understandably high, Stanaway aims to remain practical in his maiden full time season and absorb as much as he can throughout the year.

“The first objective is always just to get into the series,” he said, “but there’s a big difference between participating in the sport and being successful.”

“I’m aware that I’ve got a long road ahead of me and a lot to learn, but I’m really motivated. I’m putting my best foot forward, and want to learn as much as I possibly can in my rookie season. I’m expecting it to be tough, that’s just a realistic approach.”

Tim Edwards is pleased with his new signing – Photo: Supplied

Tim Edwards, Prodrive Racing Australia’s Team Principal and CEO is pleased to confirm his latest recruit.

“We’re obviously delighted to have Richie aboard with us full time.” said Edwards

“For as young as he is, he brings more experience and achievements to the table than a lot of veterans, and he’s impressed us every time we’ve put him on track. He’s proven he deserves a top quality ride in this sport, and I’m glad he’ll be racing for us rather than against us.”

Stanaway joins Chaz Mostert, Cameron Waters, and Mark Winterbottom to form the team’s four-driver lineup for 2018.

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