Marcus Ericsson: 'Sauber-Honda engine deal in doubt'

Marcus Ericsson of Sauber in the paddock during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Russia at Sochi Autodrom on April 28, 2016
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Marcus Ericsson admits that the identity of Sauber's engine supplier for 2018 is in doubt.

Marcus Ericsson has admitted that the identity of Sauber's engine supplier for 2018 is in doubt.

Earlier, the Swiss team inked a contract to become Honda's first F1 customer, but rumours suggest the deal could now be scrapped.

"To be honest, a lot has happened over the past few days," Swedish driver Ericsson said.

"Frederic [Vasseur]'s first priority is to look into the matter."

Asked if he would be happy with a Honda engine next year, Ericsson answered: "If Honda is 100% focused on success, then it's good for Sauber. Otherwise not.

"I understand the question, but I don't really know what to think of it."

Meanwhile, amid speculation that Ericsson is too closely linked to Sauber's new owners, incoming boss Vasseur told L'Equipe: "The future of a team should not depend on a single driver.

"I will have the last word on the driver question in the future."

The 2017 championship continues on Sunday with the British Grand Prix.

Nico Rosberg of Germany and Mercedes GP leads Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes GP into the first corner during the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix at Circuit de Catalunya on May 10, 2015
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