According to the team, it was Barrichello’s children who convinced Silvana
their father should pursue his goals for this year.

Barrichello said: “I am thrilled. I will start as a rookie, but I think I
will get better as the year progresses. My main thing is to be an addition
to the team.

“They have been doing very well. Tony (Kanaan) brought them to a
different level last year, so I hope with my contribution we can build on
this and take the team to another level.

“I am extremely happy and have a big smile on my face.”

Barrichello’s arrival is undoubtedly a good news story for IndyCar as
appreciated by four-times champion Dario Franchitti…