DRS in the first corner at Silverstone? “Implausible” for Hamilton

The possibility of using DRS in the first corner of the Silverstone track was raised at a press conference. The drivers could try it, even if Lewis Hamilton considers the maneuver complicated.

Published on 05/07/2018 à 20:13

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DRS in the first corner at Silverstone? “Implausible” for Hamilton

For this 2018 edition of the British Grand Prix, the FIA confirmed the implementation a new DRS zone on the Silverstone track. Deployed on the pit straight, this could make it possible to pass the first turn with the movable rear wing activated, the DRS closing when the driver lifts his foot or brakes.

Enough to offer a challenge to the drivers for this weekend. “Probably everyone will try, has indicated Lewis Hamilton at a press conference this Thursday. Max(Verstappen, present at the conference) will be the first to try, I'm sure.

We'll all follow Max and see what happens. But it's usually quite bumpy in the first corner. I think it's very implausible » The Briton also discusses the impact of the new Pirelli tires which should offer a higher passing speed.

“From what I heard, it was already quite difficult last year without DRS so yes, we will try to go full throttle at the start and then we will see, but I don't think it will be full throttle. with DRS. » also consider Charles Leclerc.