After the disappointing results to the German GP the Williams Martini team is again working towards achieving a better result in the 2018 Hungarian GP. With the summer break nearly upon the team they are hopeful of achieving a positive result, expecially after the signs of an improved performance from the FW41 were evident in qualifying for the previous race. Both team drivers Lance Stroll and Sergey Sirotkin have had previous experience of the Hungaroriung circuit and are keen to again go to the circuit. Overall the team is simply hopeful of achieving a better result in their frustrating season.
Hungary hosts the final stop
on the calendar before teams are rewarded for their hard work with a
wellearned break during the annual summer shutdown. Factories are
forbidden to operate for a fortnight in August to give teams the chance
to take some respite before the final haul of races begins in Belgium.
The Hungaroring is one of the shortest tracks on the calendar, and its
popularity amongst drivers, teams and fans doesn’t go unnoticed for its
location near the beautiful city of Budapest. Teams will want to close
the first half of the season on a positive note in Hungary and with the
race known for its reliably high temperatures, the scene is set to test
both man and machine. For Hungary, Pirelli has made available the
medium, soft and ultrasoft tyres.
PADDY LOWE:
The Hungaroring is one of the shortest tracks on the calendar but as it
is set in its own amphitheatre, it is a terrific place for fans to come
and watch. Indeed, the race usually attracts a great crowd from across
Europe who enjoy the event as well as the beautiful city of Budapest.
Temperatures can be very high and the circuit itself is quite tricky
technically, so it is a good challenge for the drivers. The Hungarian
Grand Prix also marks the end of the mid-season, and the beginning of
the long-awaited summer break for the drivers and teams, which after a
triple-header followed by this double-header is greatly deserved.
SERGEY SIROTKIN:
Hungary will be another back-to-back, but by now we have enough
experience on how to manage this. It’s a track I really like, I have had
quite a few wins in Hungary and have good memories with this place. It will
be challenging as I assume the weather will be hot, along with a very
demanding track layout, so it will not be easy. However, it will be a good
challenge for us to see how all the upgrades are working in the lead up to
the summer break.
LANCE STROLL:
This is a hard race, it is demanding on the drivers as it is tough
physically, you don’t get a break and it is usually very hot weather. Having
said that, it is really enjoyable to drive there and I am looking forward
to getting back to what I consider a great track. It is an old school circuit,
but it has been resurfaced so it’s not exactly
the same as it used to be. It is also quite narrow and, like in Monaco,
overtaking is not that easy, but that is all part of the challenge. Not only
is the track great, but I also love the city and have had some good times
there.
Race Data Friday:
Practice 1: 11:00 - 12:30
Practice 2: 15:00 - 16:30 Saturday:
Practice 3: 12:00 - 13:00
Qualifying: 15:00 – 16:00 Sunday: Race: 15:10
Hungarian GP: Williams Martini Grand Prix Preview
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Date: 24/07/2018 13:32
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