For over a decade Pedro Martinez de la Rosa he had a direct relationship with his world Formula 1. Jordan, Arrows, Jaguar, McLaren, Sauber, HRT and finally Ferrari. After hanging up his gloves as a test driver for the Italian team, the Catalan moved on from Formula E, returned to being a commentator and focused on other ventures. But for his 2023 season F1 she will return to the queen class and do it inside Aston Martin.

The Silverstone team, where he will compete Fernando Alonso in a new experience, he wanted to rely on de la Rosa for the new phase of his project.

What will your role consist of? What will you do during the season? Aston Martin? And what will it have to do with Alonso and Stroll?

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The former Spanish driver will join @AstonMartinF1 as an ambassador

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Pedro de la Rosa at Aston Martin: role, functions and impact

Aston Martin has signed Pedro de la Rosa as Ambassador, which means that his functions will be related to the promotion of the green brand and the British team. According to the announcement, the Catalan will work in his area communication, media relations, marketing and commercial advice for the Formula 1 team.

In short, de la Rosa will act as the visible face of Aston Martin in a new phase in which its impact will grow exponentially thanks to the signing of Alonso.

However, the statement also refers to the fact that the former Arrows sHe will be a consultant for Aston Martin’s new young driver programme. A role he had previously developed independently at Techeetah as well.

What did Pedro de la Rosa say about his Aston Martin signing?

In a statement to the press, Pedro de la Rosa said:

“I already know a lot of faces within the team, having worked a lot with Fernando Alonso during my time at McLaren and Ferrari, and I’m looking forward to meeting everyone within the organisation.”

“I will use my experience and knowledge to help the team grow and further build on the momentum they are building ahead of the 2023 season, with a particular focus on supporting the commercial and marketing side of the business.”

“I’m looking forward to working with Fernando, my old friend and compatriot, as expected, as well as Lance Stroll, a talented driver who has won every junior class on his way to Formula 1.

“This is the perfect time to join the organization and I will work hard to ensure I maximize every opportunity as we build an exciting future together.”