Between the Lines at the British Grand Prix

Motor Racing - Formula One World Championship - British Grand Prix - Preparation Day - Silverstone, England

Will Stevens 

The Question: The last couple of races haven’t been so good for you or the team. The margin – particularly in Austria – seemed to be bigger than it’s been elsewhere. Are there technical reasons for that due to the package that you’ve got – and how do you think you’ll be fixed this weekend?

What Will said:

WS: I think the last few races have been a little more up-and-down. I think the actual times from the free practice sessions in Austria were pretty strong. Quali for us didn’t really work out because of the conditions – but looking ahead to this weekend, we should be making some steps forwards with the car for sure. We have quite a few upgrades here, which is nice. So, looking forwards to Friday to see how much that can help us out.

What he might have meant to say: 

WS: I think the last few races have been up and down, a bit like being on a rollercoaster – albeit quite a slow rollercoaster, but still one that goes up a little bit to a crest and then plummets down into an enormous chasm. However, looking ahead to this weekend we should be making some steps forward with the car for sure, such as painting it a different colour and drawing some words on the side. It’s a significant step and one that should move us closer to our rivals in that we’ll now also have the names of some companies on the side of the car, even if no one knows what they do.