A three-year deal has been announced today GP2 Series, Formula One’s strongest feeder category, have announced today an agreement with tyre manufacturer Pirelli who become their official supplier starting from 2011 and for the following two seasons.

Af ew  days  after  having  been  chosen  by  the  FIA  as  Formula  One’s  sole  supplier  (2011-2013), Pirelli  has  reached  a  similar  deal with GP2 to supply this Series as well. Furthermore, GP2 will conduct some development work for Pirelli.

GP2 Series organiser Bruno Michel said: “I am delighted that we have signed Pirelli as GP2 tyre supplier for the coming seasons. Following their deal in F1, it was natural for Pirelli to join GP2 as well.  Our  Series’  philosophy  is  to  prepare  young  drivers  who  aspire  to get to Formula One and having  the  same  tyre  supplier  guarantees  a  continuity  in  their  experience and therefore a great bonus for them. We have started our working relationship with Pirelli this year in the GP3 Series and so far, it has been a success. I am looking forward to develop an excellent relationship with them also in GP2.”

Pirelli  Motorsport  Director  Paul  Hembery  added:  “GP2  is  the  acknowledged  stepping  stone  to Formula one and it was our wish to become part of its success story. Following our agreement for the inaugural GP3 Series and with F1, adding GP2 to our activities make us the single supplier to all the most prestigious racing championships in the world from 2011.”

Bruno Michel added: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank Bridgestone for six extremely successful  years.  Our  partnership  has  made  the  GP2  Series  a  thriving  and  respected  category and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication of everyone who have supported us since 2005.”