Sauber has confirmed that it will run Honda-backed youngster Nobuharu Matsushita during next week's in-season post-race test session at the Hungaroring.
Matsushita, 23, currently holds seventh place in the F2 standings, his third year in Formula 1's feeder series, having taken three wins during his time in the category.
Matsushita will sample the C36-Ferrari during next Wednesday's running, taking over from F2 rival Gustav Malja, who will run on Tuesday.
"When I was four years old, I was fascinated by Michael Schumacher, watching him racing in Formula 1," said Matsushita.
"Since then my dream was to become a Formula 1 driver. I am very excited about my first Formula 1 test and I am really looking forward to driving the Sauber C36-Ferrari at the Hungaroring – it is a great opportunity for me.
"I hope it will be a productive day for the team as well as for myself, so that I can learn as much as possible. I would like to thank the Sauber F1 Team for making this happen."
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