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Coulthard and Schumacher confirmed for Mercedes

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Mercedes has confirmed the continuation for the two former F1 drivers David Coulthard and Ralf Schumacher in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters 2011.
“I’m very pleased to be contesting the DTM series once more in 2011 for Mercedes-Benz,” said Coulthard.

The Scot made his debut in the championship last year, scoring his best finish of in the finale with eight position.

“After gaining my first DTM point at the final race of the season in Shanghai in 2010, I would like to make my fans happier this season by scoring points more often,” said Coulthard.

Schumacher finished 14th in the championship and failed to score any points last year.

“I really like being a part of DTM and the Mercedes-Benz family. Subtle nuances are important in this hard-fought series,” said Schumacher.

Mercedes Motorsport director Norbert Haug is confident that both drivers are going to improve this season.

“David adjusted quickly to DTM racing and improved continually during his first season – finally securing his first point and posting the fastest lap time in Shanghai. I trust that he will continue to improve in his second DTM season. It’s Ralf’s fourth DTM year and he’s already got a lot of DTM experience, and I’m certain that he can do even better. Ralf’s pole position at the Norisring proves that he’s got the potential,” said Haug.