Heidfeld to miss Uruguay

Nick Heidfeld will not be taking part in this month’s ePrix in Punta del Este, after suffering minor wrist injuries at the previous race in Putrajaya.

"During the Putrajaya ePrix, I damaged a ligament in my left wrist when the steering wheel snapped out of my hand," Heidfeld said, "On the advice of my doctors, I have undergone an operation to repair it.

"Unfortunately, this means that I will miss the next race in Punta del Este but I wish the team well and hope they return from Uruguay with a Christmas stocking full of points.”

Formula Renault 3.5 champion Oliver Rowland will take his place, and will also be taking part in the post-race test for Mahindra.

"After a successful year, I am excited to have this opportunity to extend my season further and race the M2Electro," said Rowland, "Formula E gained huge traction in the first season. It has one of the most competitive driver line-ups and I am looking forward to some close racing among them and I hope to show what I can do.

"It will be a steep learning curve to get to grips with the new electric racing technology but I'm sure that once the visor goes down, we will have some fun. I intend to make the most of this opportunity and extract the maximum out of the car.

"Thank you to Mahindra Racing for the opportunity and I wish Nick Heidfeld a quick recovery."

Mahindra Team Principal Dilbagh Gill said: “Oliver is a driver of proven, record- breaking skill and has exactly the drive and attitude we appreciate at Mahindra Racing. We wish Nick well and look forward to seeing him back behind the wheel in Buenos Aires."

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