Valencia Testing, Day 1
The Renault F1 Team began a three-day test today in Valencia.
The Renault F1 Team today began three days of testing at
Valencia, with Giancarlo Fisichella and Heikki Kovalainen
in action for the team at the wheel of the new R26.
Heikki Kovalainen completed a race simulation during the
morning in order to reach maximum mileage with his engine,
before the planned change of the V8 unit. On the other side
of the garage, Giancarlo Fisichella worked on set-up evaluation
and tyre development with Michelin. He was delayed by several
small problems this afternoon, but was nevertheless able to
complete useful work on his programmes.
Giancarlo Fisichella: "I had a few
problems today which meant I didn't do as many laps as I wanted
to. Nevertheless, we are still on the right track. We are
running to get miles on the car at the moment, not to set
impressive times. I am still feeling very confident with the
R26."
Heikki Kovalainen: "I had a very good
day. I managed a race distance this morning, before doing
some brake development in the afternoon. We focused on doing
long runs, and the times make me think we are competitive
again at this track. We are making progress every day, and
the car seems reliable. I am happy."
Christian Silk, Chief Test Engineer: "Heikki
enjoyed a very good morning, and completed a race simulation
without any problems. We then changed his engine, and completed
a short brake programme this afternoon. Giancarlo had a more
difficult time, with several small problems holding him up,
and red flags interrupting his runs. In spite of this, we
had a good day overall, and once again managed to do plenty
of laps."
3 Kovalainen Renault 1'11.380, 115 laps
4 Fisichella Renault 1'11.438 84 laps
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