In what might be seen as a last ditch effort to save his job, Felipe Massa has cast doubt on the two main contenders for the seat alongside Lance Stroll at Williams next year.

Speaking to GP Gazette, the Brazilian cast doubt on Robert Kubica's physical ability to compete in F1, while suggesting that Paul di Resta basically isn't up to the job.

"To be honest, I cannot do what he's doing, driving with only one hand," said the Brazilian of Kubica. "It's impossible for me to believe that he will not suffer with some of the races with this car that we're driving that is a lot more difficult physically.

"I really respect what he's doing, and what he's doing is just amazing," he added. "But it's impossible to believe that he will not have some issues."

Turning his attention to Scot, di Resta, he said: "I don't believe he's the right driver for the team, to develop the car and show the results and everything.

"Plus, I don't think he's doing a great job in what he's racing as well," he continued. "Anyway, I'm not here to complain or say about anything, that's only my opinion.

"I'm quite confident that people know what is the best for the team," he said. "Sometimes in F1 it's not only your talent that counts, sometimes you have some other things around, and this is unfortunately part of F1 for some of the teams."

Asked however, if let go by Williams he is prepared to accept retirement from the sport (again), he said: "Yeah, sure, but I'm good on that.

"I have zero frustration. As I've said before, I did a lot more than I expected. So if it needs to finish, it's the time. If it doesn't need to finish, it's because maybe something is still reserved. As I said, I'm quite relaxed, thinking about my job, thinking about my car. The time for being frustrated is passed already in my career."

It will be interesting to see how di Resta, who deputised for Massa in Hungary in the summer, reacts to the Brazilian's comments should they meet in Mexico this weekend.

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1. Posted by Malbec, 25/10/2017 19:57

"Maybe we will see a certain Mercedes sponsored driver move from Sauber to Williams in a deal that will reduce Williams engine lease costs and Sauber will be able to run a Ferrari junior driver doubtless in return for current Ferrari engines. From a business poit of view it makes sense."

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2. Posted by TedS, 25/10/2017 15:43

"Felipe, you've not done too much either...."

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3. Posted by Burton, 25/10/2017 12:53

"I have to grudgingly agree with Felipe, but the thing is Felipe isn't up to scratch anymore either. I iust can't comprehend how the team is in this position. First Symonds says Bottas is crucial but they still let him leave, then re-hire recent retiree Massa..and now instead of hiring an established driver or a bright new guy, they give shoot-outs to guys who haven't driven in ages. It's shocking."

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