Pantano's Jordan position in doubt

Giorgio Pantano's place on the Formula One grid might be in doubt.

The Italian rookie drove his third grand prix in Bahrain last Sunday but speculation now has Brazilian Augusto Farfus Jr taking his race seat.

Jordan swiftly denied the reports, principally of the Brazilian media.

But rumours persist that Eddie Jordan is not happy with Pantano's pace.

"In F1," said the Irishman, "you don't get much time to prove yourself."

Farfus, who carries some financial backing, is Euro F3000 champion and the current series leader of the European touring car championship for Alfa.