Half F1 grid is after Rosberg's seat, says Lauda


Formula One - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Japan- 9/10/16. Mercedes' driver Nico Rosberg of Germany celebrates with Mercedes' non executive chairman Niki Lauda and team principal Toto Wolff after they won the Constructors' Championship title for the 2016 season after the race. REUTERS/Toru Hanai

LONDON (Reuters) - Mercedes have been approached by half the Formula One grid since world champion Nico Rosberg announced his retirement on Friday, according to the team's non-executive chairman Niki Lauda.

"Practically half of Formula One and maybe more. I am constantly taking calls," the Austrian told Italy's Gazzetta dello Sport on Saturday.

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