Enrico Zanarini, a driver manager whose clients have included Giancarlo Fisichella, Max Biaggi and Eddie Irvine, has said that he believes GP2 champion Giorgio Pantano is ready for Formula 1 although he may face a battle to find a race-seat, and he also believes that Bruno Senna is not quite ready for the top flight just year.

2008 GP2 champion Giorgio Pantano has admitted that he his future is still unclear. The 29-year old Italian has said he would love a seat in Formula One, even just a test seat although he is looking for more than a one year deal, but would also consider other series if no F1 offer was forthcoming.