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Ocon's 2019 Mercedes role confirmed

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has confirmed that Esteban Ocon will remain in Formula 1 next season in the role of third and test driver for the Silver Arrows, as the Frenchman takes a year out of competitive F1 action after failing to secure a seat on the 2019 grid. Ocon is a member of the Mercedes junior driver development programme, and has performed solidly with Force India this season. However, Lawrence Stroll's takeover has ultimately cost the Frenchman, with his son - Williams driver Lance - set to make the move across in 2019. Last race of the season coming up on the one and only @ymcofficial ! Looking forward it’s always special there???? #f1finale #EO31...
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