BMW Sauber Quotes:Difficult running in the intermitent rain
By BMW Sauber F1
October 16 2009
The first two free practice sessions for the Brazilian Grand Prix were held in inconsistent weather conditions with periods of light drizzle in both sessions. For the BMW Sauber F1 Team the day went without any technical problems. Robert Kubica and Nick Heidfeld reported progress in terms of car balance and set-up in the afternoon, but were still not happy.
Robert Kubica: "Today, we tried different downforce levels and
completed some long runs in preparation for the race. However, it was
very difficult to get reliable results because on several occasions it
was drizzling, and the conditions were changing frequently during the
two sessions."
Nick Heidfeld: "We changed the car a lot after the first session when
it really wasn't good at all. The changes definitely meant an
improvement, but the balance isn't yet as I would like it to be. We
still have some work to do. The track is better than expected, so I
can't complain about any changes for the worse since last year. There
are still bumps, of course, but nothing to worry about."
Willy Rampf (Head of Engineering): "As far as the track conditions are
concerned, this was a mixed Friday for all teams. Again and again light
rain falling made the set-up work difficult. We concentrated on race
preparation and drove with different aerodynamic configurations. For
tomorrow we will concentrate on qualifying. There is still work to do."
ifficult running in the intermitent rain