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Kobayashi confirms he won't be in F1 next year
Kamui Kobayashi has confirmed what many of his fans had feared. The Japanese driver won't be racing in Formula 1 in 2013 after failing to secure a competitive seat. Kobayashi made his debut in 2009 with Toyota, filling in for Timo Glock at the final two races of the season. He was picked up by Sauber for the 2010 season after Toyota quit the sport. During his three seasons at Sauber he finished 12th in the drivers' championship each time. The Swiss team confirmed it wouldn't be renewing his contract, instead opting for a completely new driver line-up of Nico Hulkenberg and Esteban Gutierrez. Kobayashi attempted to raise funds to make him a more attractive option, however he has now paused...
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