So it is said though not seemingly officially announced that the Quantum Lotus deal is done and Boullieur has been told in no un-certain terms to go right ahead and sign the Hulk. This is enticing news if it's true.
This could leave Maldonaldo wafting his cash in Force India's direction which would be harsh news for Di Resta because Sutil is hinting that the sponsors he provides have secured him his contract extension.
So if Hulkenberg is on his way to Enstone what does that leave us with?
Force IndiaSutil is reportedly safe, they probably want to keep Di Resta as well which considering that the team were not so long ago boasted about the investment being made would actually make some degree of sense.
But the likes of Maldonaldo, Chilton and Massa are likely to be able to take more money to the team. I suspect that Calado will get a full season as test and reserve next year.
SauberSirotkin is confirmed but is still reliant on daddy's business colleagues not renegading on the deal, that and gaining his super license of course. If Hulkenberg does indeed leave then Monisha may well have to start fluttering her eyelids in Maldonaldo's direction. Although I also have a gut feeling that Petrov may have put together a useful portfolio of sponsors as well.
WilliamsMaldonado is reportedly trying to desert and the team are seemingly trying to ease the way for him. The most persistent consensus is that Massa has his foot in the door. No word has been said on Bottas. I think the team will want to give him a chance in a hopefully more competitive Williams which I would welcome. Other than that I'd suggest making a concession on the Merc partnership and giving Sam Bird whirl
(That won't happen for so many reasons).
CaterhamCan't decide between drivers with large wallets or drivers who know how to drive. They want to put Kovlainen back in the car but don't know if they can afford it. The rate it's going they're going to decide via a wheel of fortune. 'Spin the wheel... annnnnnnnnnd it's Pic joined by ???
MarussiaBianchi has long since been confirmed, which was probably helped along
(however much it's denied) by the Ferrari engine deal. But will they also hold on to Chilton and his pocket money or take a punt on Kevin Magussen to appease McLaren?