Russian Formula 1 racer Vitaly Petrov is progressing very fast and can win a race before the end of the year. Said former Formula-1 racer Jean Alesi Ferrari and former world champion Nigel Mansell. Former racers see Petrov winner and even remember your own career, seeing as rides a Russian pilot. So for example, Nigel Mansell said: "you may think that finish seventh is the best that can be achieved in formula 1 novice. The same thought and I for the past seven years, "said the Briton. Vitaliy this year did a great job, despite the pressure that has been exerted on him. He is not afraid to compete with representatives of Ferrari, Red Bull and McLaren. "So I wouldn't be surprised if he wins the race this year," said Mansell. "Vitali surprised all their progress, especially compared with last year-he was in the first race got on the podium," praised Petrova Jean Alesi. His success in Melbourne was not a random ". As we have informed, now occupies seventh place in Petrov overall standings (31 points). In addition, Russian pilot ahead of his teammate Nick Heidfeld. Noticed the development of Petrova and Disney animators. In the new part of the cars 2 will be machine named Vitaly Petrov.