(http://media.il.edmunds-media.com/lotus/ns/lotus_ns_21711_196.jpg) Nick Heidfeld has been confirmed as the replacement driver for Robert Kubica at Lotus Renault GP. Lotus Renault GP released a statement noting, "At the end of the surgery, the doctors were pleased with the outcome, with the procedure being completed successfully."
Source: Heidfeld To Replace Kubica in Formula 1 (http://www.insideline.com:80/renault/heidfeld-to-replace-kubica-in-formula-1.html)