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Bianchi: I thought it was over
Jules Bianchi admits he had mentally prepared himself for another season as Force India's test driver before Marussia came to his rescue.
The 23-year-old was initially mooted as a possible replacement for Nico Hulkenberg at Force India, but the Silverstone squad eventually confirmed during the final pre-season test at Barcelona that they had opted for the experienced Adrian Sutil.
Bianchi, though, got a lucky break as a seat opened up at Marussia after Luiz Razia's sponsors failed to come up with the necessary funds to pay the team.
The Oxfordshire-based squad immediately turned to the Frenchman and he admits it came as a bit of a surprise.
"Honestly, I thought it was over," he...
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