Kamui Kobayashi to fill in for unwell Timo Glock in practice02.10.2009

Panasonic Toyota Racing can confirm that third driver Kamui Kobayashi will take part in today's practice sessions for the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, in place of the unwell Timo Glock.

Timo is suffering from a very heavy cold and fever so has been advised to rest by the team doctor in order to enable him to recover in time to compete in qualifying and the Japanese Grand Prix itself.

Kamui, 23, is the reigning GP2 Asia champion and recently completed his second GP2 Series campaign. He has been Panasonic Toyota Racing third driver since the beginning of 2008.

Kamui said: "It is a pity Timo is not feeling well today. But I am grateful for the team's trust in me to take part in practice for the Japanese Grand Prix. I have experienced the TF109 already and I am looking forward to trying it out at Suzuka, even though it is only for practice. I will do my best to contribute to the team's preparations and of course I wish Timo a very fast recovery."

Kamui Kobayashi's Career Summary

1996	SL Takarazuka Tournament, Cadet: 3rd
1997	SL All Japan Cadet: 1st
1998	JAF Cup West Cadet: 1st
1999	SL All Japan Tournament (S stock, D class): 1st
2000	All Japan Junior Kart Championship Suzuka Kart Championship: 1st
2001	All Japan Kart Championship, ICA: 1st Asia Pacific Kart Championship, ICA Esso Formula Toyota Racing School scholarship
2002	Kart Euro Championship Esso Formula Toyota Series (1 race)
2003	Esso Formula Toyota Series: 2nd
2004	Formula Renault Italia: 4th (2 wins)
2005	Formula Renault Italia: 1st (6 wins) Formula Renault Eurocup: 1st (5 wins)
2006	Formula 3 Euro Series: 8th (Rookie of the Year)
2007	Formula 3 Euro Series: 4th (1 win)
2008	GP2 Series Asia: 6th (2 wins) GP2 Series: 16th (1 win) F1: Panasonic Toyota Racing, third driver
2009	GP2 Asia Series: 1st (2 wins) GP2 Series: 16th (1 podium) F1: Panasonic Toyota Racing, third driver