Jean-Eric Vergne has confirmed that he won’t drive for Toro Rosso next season, therefore it’s unlikely he will have a seat at all with the majority already having been confirmed.
The Frenchman was believed to have been in the running to partner rookie Max Verstappen following a strong season, but he confirmed on Twitter that it won’t be the case.
“Despite a good season and 22 points, I’ll not drive anymore for Toro Rosso in 2015,” he said. “Thanks for those years. Let’s go for another big challenge.”
Vergne is expected to join Williams as a reserve driver following Felipe Nasr’s promotion to a race seat at Sauber next year.
Alex Lynn or Carlos Sainz Jr are now favourites to partner Verstappen.
