Robert Kubica wants more support

Robert Kubica and Renault, on the occasion of the first four Grands Prix of the year, showed that the car of the Losange firm was not far, in terms of performance, from the four big teams. In China, the Pole once again demonstrated his potential and that of the R30. “ Personally, it's Saturday's qualifying that leaves me with the best memory., admits the Renault driver in his column for AUTOhebdo. In Q3, I was able to set an excellent time at the end of what I consider to be one of my very best qualifying laps in F1. I managed to get the best out of myself and the car at the crucial moment. When you are eight tenths behind the poleman, one of two things: either you lack grip or you have a serious balance problem. Ours is good and it is therefore the support that we lack! »

In accordance with Eric Boullier?s strategy, Renault will continue its aggressive development program in order to reduce the gap with the best single-seaters. “ We are aware of the problem and I am hopeful that we will turn a corner in Barcelona. This is all the more essential as in the wake of the Spanish Grand Prix, the Monaco Grand Prix will take place, which can be considered as Renault's national Grand Prix. No additional pressure though, but it would be good to achieve something in the Principality. »

Robert Kubica, in Monaco, has often had the opportunity to stand out, with the exception of the 2009 season, during which the BMW was not the most competitive. The Pole's best result is a second place in 2008 behind Lewis Hamilton. " Monaco is one of my favorite circuits, even if it is a little small for F1. I love city circuits and the R30 can perform very well there, even if we risk lacking aero charge. On the one hand, I am quite confident about the suspensions and the way the car will behave. On the other hand, I'm a little worried about the downforce. We will know more on the evening of Barcelona, ​​but I am more determined than ever to achieve something nice for the French fans and for you who are kind enough to read me. »

Find Robert Kubica's complete column in AUTOhebdo n°1750, currently on sale.