All the F1 eyes are on Grove this weekend in anticipation of the release of Williams FW-27. The new car, designed with a more conventional nose than last years car is to be unveiled Monday. Of course the real news is whether Nick Heidfeld or Antonio Pizzonia will get the seat next to Mark Webber this season. When tests concluded in Valencia on Thursday it was Heidfeld on top of the time sheets with Pizzonia a close second.
The good news is that the competition for the seat has allowed Williams to get some very good test results so far as both drivers have really worked to convice Sir Frank of their merits. Frankly either one would probably be a decent fit, but ultimately will be keeping the seat warm for Jensen Buttons imminent arrival at Williams.
Pizzonia fared decently last season in his substitute job for Ralfie, while Heidfeld has usually chruned out good results with less than top notch equipment. The only thing that may keep Pizzonia out of the seat is a percieved feud between him and Webber dating back to their days at Jaguar.
Honestly I don't think Sir Frank will allow that to make a difference, but I honestly think Heidfeld's experience will ultimately win the seat. Stay tuned.


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