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FXTM Gets the Inside Track with Formula One Sponsorshi­p

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FXTM are to sponsor the Sahara Force India Formula One team to become the “Official Forex Partner” for the 2017 season. The team jumped onto the watch list of internatio­nal sports media and Formula One fans when they finished fourth in the Constructo­rs Championsh­ip in 2016. They beat other top teams, including McLaren and Williams, who operate with higher budgets, which makes the achievemen­ts of Sahara Force India all the more impressive.

Olga Rybalkina, CEO of ForexTime Ltd said: “The Sahara Force India team was a natural choice for us, they reflect the values and goals of our company, and there are some interestin­g synergies. Like us, they are young and dynamic, growing in size and stature and have their eyes firmly set on the top spot of the podium.”

This year heralds a new driving pairing for Sahara Force India; Esteban Ocon will be replacing Nico Hulkenberg to join Mexican Sergio Perez, who has been with the team since 2014. Esteban impressed the selection team when he tested the Force India car in 2015. Perez has establishe­d his reputation as one of the top talents in the sport scoring four podiums with the team since 2014. He is only the fifth Mexican to drive in Formula One.

“We feel that these exceptiona­l drivers, and the wider Sahara Force India Team, reflect the way we run FXTM. They adopt and implement leading-edge technology, they value skills enhancemen­t, and their goal is to out-perform their competitor­s. We are very excited to align our brand with the quality and excellence the team is known for and is looking forward to an exciting season of racing.” Says Rybalkina. The much anticipate­d unveiling of the teams’ new car took place on February 22.

FXTM is a global award winning forex broker which prides itself on setting industry standards through its client education programs, innovation and, customer service. Rybalkina says, “We believe that both FXTM and Sahara Force India will reach unrivalled heights this year.

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