Jos Verstappen approached by Minardi

Published on 02 April 1999 by Huub Rothengatter

It is clear the Luca Badoer will not be able to race next Grand Prix after he broke his hand in an accident last weekend. Alternative names show a lot of ex Formula 1 drivers for the vacant seat at Minardi. Jos Verstappen was also approached by the Italian team to join them for one race, however due to his test work there was no possibility to take the offer. On Monday after the Grand Prix, Honda continues testing at Barcelona. Also because of the time difference it would be physical to much to ask from Jos to do optimal test work for Honda. It also shows that Jos his priorities are with Honda.