Spa test Day1: Kubica on action

By BMW Sauber F1 Team
July 11 2007

After the Silverstone race, the BMW Sauber Team returned to work, this time for testing.It was Robert’s first time driving a Formula One car in Spa. However, as usual, it didn’t take him long to get familiar with the track. .

10th – 12th July 2007

Day one – Tuesday

Robert Kubica Chassis / engine: BMW Sauber F1.07-06 / BMW P86/7 V8 Test kilometres today: 567 km (81 laps) Fastest lap: 1:47.059 min

Programme: Kubica worked mainly on the set-up in preparation for the Belgian Grand Prix, trying different mechanical and aerodynamic settings. In addition, he tested new mechanical components which revealed some promising results. He had a trouble-free day and completed 81 laps.

Weather conditions: All day cloudy but dry

Temperatures: Air: 12-19°C, Track: 15-36°C

Number of cars participating: 11

Fastest lap overall: Lewis Hamilton, McLaren-Mercedes, 1:46.613 min

What comes next: Robert will continue driving tomorrow and on Thursday. The programme will depend on the weather situation because the forecast is predicting changing conditions.