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Mallya still a vibrant part of Force India
Vijay Mallya\'s off-track troubles has not impacted Force India in anyway and he continues to be as involved as ever in the running of the Formula 1 team despite his forced absence from the paddock, said deputy team principal Robert Fernley.
Singapore: Vijay Mallya's off-track troubles has not impacted Force India in anyway and he continues to be as involved as ever in the running of the Formula 1 team despite his forced absence from the paddock, said deputy team principal Robert Fernley.
"Well communication is never a problem in these times.During the race weekend, we talk everyday on the phone. Other times we live 10 minutes away from each other. So no problem there as well," Fernley told PTI on the sidelines of the Singapore Grand Prix.
Mallya cannot attend races outside the UK with his passport being revoked last year and India seeking his extradition.In his absence, Fernley and COO Otmar Szafnauer are running the show on the ground.
Mallya, on his part, has created a virtual pit wall at his home in the UK to communicate with the team during the race weekends. He, spending all his time in England, has led to him spending a lot more time at the Force India factory in Silverstone.
"There is no decision that is taken without Vijay's consent. Okay, he cannot travel but he remains as involved as ever in the functioning of the team," said Fernley.
Force India have been punching above their weight consistently and last year finished an unprecedented fourth in the team standings, ahead of Williams, McLaren and Renault.
By Bharat Sharma
