Formula 1 driver Nico Rosberg has signed a multi-year contract extension with Mercedes AMG, the team has officially announced on its website this morning.
Rosberg has been with Mercedes ever since its return to the sport in 2010; he’s currently in his fifth season with the team.
“I am very proud to drive the Formula One Silver Arrow of the modern era. As a German, the heritage of Mercedes-Benz is very special for me, and I am proud to be able to represent the best car brand around the world. It has been a difficult road to get to where we are now – but everybody kept believing and, thanks to the fantastic support from Mercedes-Benz, we are now leading the way in F1.” said Rosberg.
The German has given Mercedes six victories and 17 podium finishes since 2010. He now leads the championship, just 4 points ahead of teammate Lewis Hamilton.