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Heinz-Harald Frentzen could replace Felipe Massa at Sauber for the US GP if the German shows competitive pace when he tests for the team for the first time at Silverstone on Thursday.

With Massa penalised 10 places on the starting grid at Indy after his collision with Pedro de la Rosa at Monza, Sauber is looking at replacing the Brazilian, but is unsure whether Frentzen will be able to comfortably fit in the C21 cockpit.

"The decision of the stewards at Monza to relegate Felipe by 10 grid positions at the Indy race forced us to think about alternatives," said team boss Peter Sauber. "Only the test at Silverstone will finally show whether Heinz-Harald will be able to drive competitively in this seating position. All further decisions will depend on the outcome of the test."

Frentzen has not raced in Formula 1 since driving for Arrows in the German GP and was a little surprised to be given the opportunity to get back on the grid this year.

"Peter Sauber phoned me on Monday and informed me about the new situation," he said. "I would be very happy if I could drive for Sauber at Indianapolis."

Frentzen was confirmed as Nick Heidfeld's 2003 team-mate at Sauber last month. He previously drove for the team from 1994-1996, taking one podium finish.