Pedro de la Rosa joins HRT

Spanish driver Pedro de la Rosa has confirmed his return to Formula 1 racing by signing a two-year deal HRT for next season.

The 40-year-old has revealed that the lure of driving for his home team was a major factor in his decision.

"I'm here to work hard, with modesty and humility, accepting where we are now but keeping in mind where we want to be in two years' time," De La Rosa said.

"For me, this is the time to put into practice everything that I have learnt over the years at international top level racing teams so that we can grow together.

"I am proud that Spain has an F1 team and that I have this opportunity to be its driver. I can only show my gratitude towards HRT for having trusted in me for this."

De La Rosa has recently been McLaren's test driver.