Fisichella to stay with Ferrari in 2010 as reserve driver

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The Scuderia Ferrari today announced that Giancarlo Fisichella will take over from Luca Badoer for the remaining of the season. But Stefano Domenicali also confirmed that the Italian driver will stay with the Maranello-based outfit in 2010, but than as a test and reserve driver.

"We chose Giancarlo, because we think that he can make a significant contribution in terms of points during the finale of this uncertain season," Stefano Domenicali said. "Furthermore we considered what could be his role inside the team in the near future, also taking this year’s experiences into account. He will be the reserve driver in 2010."