LOUTH ANNOUNCES INTENTION TO LEAVE

Force India driver Chris Louth has confirmed his intention to leave the 2011 season for the forseeable future. Louth has cited personal reasons for his decision. It's been well documented in the media that Louth has recently split with his American model girlfriend, and has also had trouble with his new management team. The Brit has expressed his desire to return in the near future but says that for the time being it will be best for the team to continue without him as he tries to overcome battles away from the track.

When Mercedes GP driver Lewis Goodway was asked where he was when the announcement was made he replied "I was taking a shit" He also added he hopes louth gets it together soon so they can continue there on track rivalry.