Schumacher: “Make the car reliable”

Michael Schumacher covered a large number of laps this Thursday, being the second most frequent driver on the track, with 124 laps completed, ahead of Fernando Alonso (129 turns). The pilot Mercedes is satisfied with the work done. “ I am very happy with how the day went, even though we could not complete our program properly due to the red flags », Explains the seven-time world champion.

As he makes his return in Formula 1, the German driver wants, before seeking performance, to drive as many kilometers as possible at the wheel of the MGP W01. “ I managed to complete a large number of laps, which is very valuable for me. A new car, a new team and new conditions: our first objective must be to make the car reliable. »

While his teammate Nico Rosberg was hampered by rain on Wednesday, Michael Schumacher was able to complete a significant number of laps in good conditions this Thursday. “ Days like today help us in our goal, especially since the weather forecasts for the next few days are not good. I felt very comfortable today and had a lot of fun. »

This Friday, Nico Rosberg will take the wheel of the Mercedes MGP W01.

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