The Lotus Renault team have opted to give Nick Heidfeld some running during the upcoming Jerez tests this week.
With Robert Kubica ruled out for much of the season after his horrying rally accident, the team has begun the task of finding a replacement driver.
As planned, Vitaly Petrov will drive the R31 on Thursday and Friday. However, Bruno Senna, one of the teams reserves, will join Nick Heidfeld as the two get the opportunity to test on Saturday and Sunday.
The team confirmed the news in a brief statement: “For Saturday and Sunday, the team will give mileage to Bruno Senna and will also evaluate Nick Heidfeld, who is a potential replacement for Robert Kubica as a race driver.
“The exact running order for the weekend will be confirmed on Friday evening.”
