Russian driver Alexey Korneev has been confirmed with JD Motorsport for the Formula Renault 2.0 Eurocup season.

The young 17-year-old driver completed a French F4 season last year finishing 5th in the rankings with two victories. He also competed in two ALPS rounds with JD Motorsport at Misano and Jerez.

He will take part in both NEC and Eurocup championships with the team and will have James Allen as teammate.