Kobayashi confident

Kamui Kobayashi, who had already replaced Timo Glock for the first day of testing for the Japanese Grand Prix, is present in Sao Paulo to replace the German from start to finish. The Japanese see this situation as an honor. “ It was a great experience to start a weekend as a Grand Prix driver for the first time. »

Fifteen days after Japan, Kobayashi discovered he had to apprehend the TF109 again, this time on the Interlagos circuit. “ It's also the first time that I'm driving in Brazil, confirms the Japanese. I found the circuit very pleasant for a driver but it is also a challenge. »

During the first day of testing, for a total of three hours of testing, Kamui Kobayashi was busy. “ Our work went well. Only the weather was not good, with showers which made the track very changeable. »

Despite the two sessions and honorable times, the Japanese experienced difficulties in taming his car. " It was difficult to work on the car's set-up and learn how to approach each corner due to the changing conditions during the sessions. »

Despite his youth and inexperience in Formula 1, Kamui Kobayashi was able to stand out, notably with a thirteenth time during the second session. “ In the end I managed to find a good pace and my car was competitive, so it was a very good day for me. »

Before this second day of testing, the Japanese knows that nothing is certain but is impatient to distinguish himself in qualifying. “ We still have a few things we can improve and I will work hard with my engineers to prepare as best as possible for my first qualifying session in Formula 1. I am focused on that and I am very confident. »