Does Renaults inclusion on the FIA entry list for 2010 as Red Bulls engine supplier mean the deal is done?
Christian Horner: I wouldn’t read too much into the entry list. We’re obliged to put an engine as per the regulations. But we are allowed to change the engine at any point up until the first race. Obviously we have to put an engine on the list and the most likely engine to have in the car next year, at this moment, subject to Renault’s confirmation, is a Renault engine. We have to put an engine on the list, and that’s the logical choice so far. Q. Is Cosworth still an option for you? CH: At this stage, realistically no. In principle we have an agreement with Renault and hopefully in the next week or so everything will be finalised. Q. Is the only uncertainty from their side? CH: It’s subject to contract at the moment, but in principle we have an agreement. We have to put something on the entry form and at this point in time it makes sense that it’s Renault. We’ve enjoyed three good working years with them. They’re a very good partner and it’s been a very successful collaboration with t
