The Williams team has announced that Felipe Nasr will fulfil the role of test and reserve driver during the 2014 season.
The Brazilian will attend all 19 rounds of the championship and will get the opportunity to drive the Williams FW36 during three official test sessions and five FP1 sessions.
This will be combined with “factory based work in the team’s simulator to support the continued development of the team’s car”, read a statement.
The 21-year-old finished his first GP2 season in tenth, but was the second highest placed rookie. In 2013 he moved to Carlin Motorsport where he finished 4th.
Commenting on his new role he said: “I’m really happy to be joining the Williams family. They have a great history in the sport and some of the greatest Brazilian drivers of all time have driven for the team, so it’s an honour to join names such as Piquet, Senna and Massa.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for me to make the next step in my career and I can’t wait to get behind the wheel of a Formula One car for the first time in Bahrain.”
Team principal Frank Williams added: “Felipe has a strong track record of success in his career so far and we have been watching him closely for a while. We have a track record at Williams of bringing through new talent and giving them a chance to show what they can do on the world’s biggest stage. By driving in five FP1 sessions this season, Felipe will have the perfect chance to showcase his skills and I’m confident he will be a strong addition to our driver roster.”
