Whilst the sport of Formula 1 is a multi-million money making business the decision for Robert Kubica's replacement in my opinion should be based on morals rather than finances.
His rallying injury has destroyed his chances of making further advances toward Renault. A lot of talk has come from his potential replacement. Hispania's Bruno Senna and Toro Rosso's Vitantonio Liuzzi were two names outlined in the beginning.
Yet, to me, only one driver should be given the spot. Only one driver can do Kubica justice, not just in competitive terms, but also as a welcome throwback to the time when Kubica gained his current reputation.
That driver is Nick Heidfeld. For the duration of the 2007 season Kubica and Heidfeld tussled for number one status at BMW. Heidfeld had burst into the sport after dominating F3000 and Kubica had joined the sport a few years later to instant praise.
The two seemed compatible, competitive and titillating as team mates at BMW. Few other teams at the time were composed of such enticing equality.
Sadly the inspiring partnership had to come to a close and when Kubica moved to Renault it was heartbreaking to see Heidfeld fade out of the sport after failing to land a drive.
Kubica had gotten stronger in 2008 and whilst Heidfeld continued to gain results he was being eclipsed.
His return at Mercedes late on into 2010 was welcomed with open arms. And he reminded us of the reason he was elevated to the highest tier of the motor racing world.
Now he is the natural choice to cover for his former team mate.The likes of Senna and Luizzi are less likely to perform to the standard that Heidfeld could.
But also Heidfeld can take the place in what would be a poignant homage to the man who first began to outshine his own credentials. It seems to make sense this way.
Heidfeld's early testing results for Renault hint at his potential and positive pace and determination. He has already topped the time sheets through a Renault test drive.
It is left for Renault to make that all important choice and decide on Kubica's successor. The outcome is waiting on their words, but we all know who it should be.
Kate Walsh Autumn Reeser Camilla Belle Blu Cantrell Jaime King
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