Jordan F1 team sign two test drivers

The Jordan Formula One team today appointed Hungary's Zsolt Baumgartner as one of two new test drivers.

The Jordan Formula One team today appointed Hungary's Zsolt Baumgartner as one of two new test drivers.

Team boss Eddie Jordan confirmed that the 22-year-old, who currently competes in F3000, would drive at the pre-race Friday test sessions at the German and Hungarian grand prix in August.

Jordan also secured the signing of Czech driver Jarek Janis (19) who also competes in F3000. He will test for the team later in the year.

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