A profile of the Force India Formula 1 team

Force India can be delighted with their progress in 2011

EDDIE JORDAN'S 2012 VIEW

"Force India had a very strong finish to the season which saw them end up as the fastest of the midfield.

"This season, the team have gone for a young and inexperienced line-up with Nico Hulkenberg promoted from reserve driver, to replace Adrian Sutil, alongside Paul di Resta who was impressive as a rookie last year.

"Di Resta and Hulkenberg will push themselves to the limit to beat each other, but I just hope they don't think too much about themselves and remember their obligation is to the team first.

"They've benefitted from the partnership with Mercedes, who supply their engines and McLaren who supply their gearbox and hydraulics."

MEET THE BOSS - OTMAR SZAFNAUER

What is F1's biggest challenge?

Continuing to grow the fan base through exciting races and great entertainment.

FORCE INDIA FACTS AND STATS Nationality: Indian and British Headquarters: Silverstone (UK) Debut season: 2008 Drivers: Paul di Resta Nico Hulkenberg Test/reserve driver: Jules Bianchi and Gary Paffett Team owner: Vijay Mallya Chief operating officer: Otmar Szafnauer Technical director: Andrew Green Engine: Mercedes-Benz V8 2011 position: 6th Constructors' titles: 0

Does F1 need road-car manufacturers?

Yes, because variety is good for any sport. You need larger and smaller teams to keep the interest high.

The best piece of advice I've ever given a driver is…

It is a long race - you can't win it in Turn One.

The best piece of advice I've received is…

Fully investigate a situation before making a judgment.

What kind of team boss are you - hairdryer treatment or arm around the shoulder?

Arm round the shoulder.

Wheeler-dealer or techie?

Hybrid.

What was your first paid job?

Worked as a paper boy.

What time do you set your alarm clock for?

0700 most days.

Team Force India-Mercedes 2011 Season Stats

Last updated: Thursday, 15 November 2012 12:31 UK

Race	Date	Race Pts	Total Pts
Australian GP	27 Mar 2011	3	3
Malaysian GP	10 Apr 2011	1	4
Chinese GP	17 Apr 2011	0	4
Turkish GP	8 May 2011	0	4
Spanish GP	22 May 2011	0	4
Monaco GP	29 May 2011	6	10
Canadian Grand Prix	12 Jun 2011	0	10
European GP	26 Jun 2011	2	12
British GP	10 Jul 2011	0	12
German GP	24 Jul 2011	8	20
Hungarian GP	31 Jul 2011	6	26
Belgian GP	28 Aug 2011	6	32
Italian GP	11 Sep 2011	4	36
Singapore GP	25 Sep 2011	12	48
Japanese GP	9 Oct 2011	0	48
Korean Grand Prix	16 Oct 2011	1	49
Indian Grand Prix	30 Oct 2011	2	51
Abu Dhabi GP	13 Nov 2011	6	57
Brazilian GP	27 Nov 2011	12	69