Dear tribe members,

In the light of recent developments I know you've all been waiting for news, so I feel a quick message to all my fans is the least I can do to at this point. After careful consideration with my sponsors and family I have decided not to accept the offer made by Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 to fill Nico's seat for the 2017 Formula One season. More to follow in tomorrow's press statement.

Thanks for your support, it means a great deal to me.

Niels