Testing at the Sakhir circuit
Circuit: Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir – 5.412
km
Drivers: Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen
Car: F2007
Weather: air temperature 19/24 °C, track temperature 20/33
°C. Overcast in the morning, then clear skies.
Today marked the end of the first part of this long test
session at the Sakhir circuit in Bahrain, attended by nine
Formula 1 teams.
Since the first day, Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro fielded its
two race drivers, Felipe Massa and Kimi Raikkonen. The technical
programme centred on the following areas: long run test for
the 056 engine, running over the distance of a double race
weekend, comprehensive Grand Prix simulation, including pit
stops, electronics, various set-up changes and comparison
of various mechanical components.
At the end of the three days, both drivers had completed
their planned programmes. Today, Felipe had reached the mileage
limit on his engine even before the lunchtime break and only
got back on track towards the end of the afternoon, while
Kimi finished his long run at the end of the day.
The day in figures is as follows: 100 laps for Kimi (best
time 1.31.718) and 52 for Felipe (1.31.718.)
The Scuderia resumes testing at this circuit on Tuesday 27th
February: on track once again will be Felipe Massa and Kimi
Raikkonen.
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