An encouraging result for McLaren

Author of a very good start, taking full advantage of the SREC, Lewis Hamilton completed a convincing race, fighting for the podium. The reigning World Champion crossed the finish line in fourth place, with four points up for grabs. “I got off to a good start,” said Lewis. “Unfortunately, I was not able to maintain my third place. Jenson was so much faster in the curves, he was constantly in my extractor. »

«Je suis satisfait de cette quatrième position. Les Toyota, Red Bull and Brawn GP were faster than us in the fast corners, I couldn't get back on them. But we have passed an important milestone, we must continue to work on our car, because we are not yet fighting at the top of the bill. However, the gap is likely to be greater in Barcelona, ​​because it is a circuit which requires a lot of downforce in the fast curves. We will fight for the top 10 there, another top 5 result will be difficult. »

“Lewis drove perfectly today” concedes Martin Whitmarsh. ?He didn?t make any mistakes during the race and set an aggressive pace. This fourth place is a good result and we are getting closer to our opponents. A podium was within our reach. This circuit suited us better, however we have made progress in recent weeks. Our opponents will not stagnate, but we will continue to work until we arrive where we want to be: in front! »