Brawn sign one race sponsor.

Brawn GP have signed a one race sponsor for the finale of the 2009 season in Abu Dhabi next weekend with Qatar Telecom (Qtel). Their sponsorship of the new World Champions Brawn GP will see the Qtel branding on the rear wing, chassis and cockpit sides of the Brawn-Mercedes cars of Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello throughout the weekend.

Brawn team principal Ross Brawn said:

“We are delighted to be partnering with Qatar Telecom this weekend as Formula One returns to the Gulf for the final race of the 2009 season. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is set to be a fantastic end to what has been a very exciting season of racing with a very impressive new venue at the Yas Marina Circuit. With both World Championships secured, Brawn GP will be looking for a good result in Abu Dhabi to round off the season and we look forward to welcoming our new partners at Qatar Telecom to the team over the weekend.”

Dr Nasser Marafih, CEO, Qtel, said:

“Qtels profile is increasing across the Gulf region and our ambitious agreement with the new World Champions Brawn GP is the ideal partnership to drive awareness of our brand to a new level. Qtel is proud to be associated with this fantastically successful team and we plan to use our sponsorship to reach out to a global audience of millions who will be watching the final race of the season take place in Abu Dhabi this weekend.”