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McLaren target Q2 breakthrough

over 10 years ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

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McLaren are optimistic they are on target for the first Q2 appearances of their new Honda era after Fernando Alonso and Jenson Button were both impressed by the MP4-30’s form... read more »

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Massa says stalled rear-wing to blame for FP2 spin

over 10 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 1540 views )

Felipe Massa has blamed a stalled rear-wing for his free practice two spin which saw him miss the second half of the session after making contact with the tyre wall. The... read more »

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Raikkonen not expecting Shanghai surprises

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 857 views )

Kimi Raikkonen is in optimistic mood heading to the Chinese Grand Prix, confident that Ferrari can continue its strong start to 2015 at just about any venue on the F1 schedule. read more »

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Button: There's a lot in the pipeline

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 1300 views )

Jenson Button remains optimistic that McLaren and Honda can close the gap to their F1 rivals, continuing with further development at this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix. read more »

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Button: Top 10 fight unlikely before Spain

over 10 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 759 views )

Jenson Button admits McLaren are unlikely to fight for points in the next two races, but he is optimistic about their chances once they hit Europe... read more »

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McLaren optimistic following 'surprisingly good race pace'

over 10 years ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 1491 views )

McLaren Honda saw its cars disappointingly retire from the Malaysian Grand Prix with power unit issues. The team though saw much better pace, allowing both cars to fight with... read more »

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Dennis hopeful of European turning point

over 10 years ago

from: GPUpdate.net

( 744 views )

Ron Dennis is optimistic that McLaren-Honda will find itself in a much stronger position when the Formula 1 paddock arrives in Europe in May. The renewed… read more »

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McLaren getting more from Honda PU - Button

over 10 years ago

from: EspnF1.com

( 1222 views )

Jenson Button was in an optimistic mood following Friday practice in Malaysia after seeing McLaren make a step forward from its dismal Australian Grand Prix pace read more »

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Progress for struggling McLaren

over 10 years ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

( 730 views )

Despite remaining almost three seconds off the pace, McLaren are optimistic they are closing in on the midfield pack after a small but significant improvement in Friday... read more »

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Manor Marussia eyes 'typical race weekend'

over 10 years ago

from: GPUpdate.net

( 1148 views )

Manor Marussia team boss John Booth is optimistic that the outfit will experience a "more typical race weekend" at the Malaysian Grand Prix, after its troubles… read more »

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Ricciardo 'optimistic' despite inauspicious start

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 1429 views )

Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo returns his focus to the Malaysian Grand Prix and says he is 'optimistic' he will enjoy better fortunes in Sepang. read more »

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It's no surprise we're last on the grid - Button

over 10 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 1865 views )

Jenson Button says it's no surprise that McLaren fill the back row of the Australian Grand Prix grid for Sunday's race. The Briton qualified 17th, whilst team-mate... read more »

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Bottas targets Ferrari after positive first day

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 889 views )

Despite having to shoulder the testing burden for Williams, Valtteri Bottas ended the opening day of the 2015 F1 season in optimistic mood. read more »

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McLaren optimistic despite tough day

over 10 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 667 views )

McLaren endured another difficult day at the office in Melbourne on Friday, but the team have vowed to battle on and iron out their problems... read more »

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Frustrated Ricciardo on back foot after missing FP2

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 674 views )

Daniel Ricciardo is frustrated to be playing catch up after missing FP2 at Albert Park, but is optimistic he can get up to speed for qualifying read more »

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Ricciardo hoping to save engine

over 10 years ago

from: F1Zone.net

( 869 views )

Daniel Ricciardo says he is hopeful that he can save one of his four engines after technical problems blighted his preparation for the Australian Grand Prix. Ricciardo... read more »

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Raikkonen happy with Ferrari gains ahead of opener

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 605 views )

Former champion Kimi Raikkonen remains optimistic Ferrari has made a big step forward ahead of the 2015 F1 opener in Australia. read more »

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Lotus 'cautiously optimistic'

over 10 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 1327 views )

Ahead of their first race with Merc power, Lotus are hoping the engine combined with an improved chassis will see them fighting for points... read more »

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'The chassis is a definite step forward' - Lotus

over 10 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 2081 views )

Lotus head into the new season full of optimism according to technical director Nick Chester who is confident the Lotus E23 is a major step forward when compared to last years... read more »

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Modest Wolff still looking at glass as half empty

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 1040 views )

Toto Wolff is refusing to get carried away about Mercedes' pre-season form ahead of the 2015 F1 season, but admits he is 'optimistic'. read more »

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'Optimistic' Rosberg ends testing fastest of all

over 10 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 1257 views )

Nico Rosberg focuses on set-up work on the medium tyres, but remains the quickest driver of all as F1 pre-season testing comes to a conclusion. read more »

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Rosberg enjoys 'perfect winter'

over 10 years ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

( 891 views )

A happy Nico Rosberg says he is optimistic about Mercedes’ 2015 prospects after setting the fastest laps of the two Barcelona tests. read more »

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Hulkenberg optimistic about VJM08 potential

over 10 years ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 883 views )

Nico Hulkenberg was the busiest driver on day three in Spain, completing 158 laps of the Circuit de Catalunya in his new VJM08. read more »

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Grosjean optimistic over Lotus mileage

over 10 years ago

from: F1Zone.net

( 873 views )

Romain Grosjean says he is pleased with Lotus' progress after setting the quickest time on the final day of the second pre-season test at the Circuit de... read more »

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Alonso: 'The car feels quick, it certainly has potential'

over 10 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 2060 views )

Fernando Alonso says he has reason to be optimistic about the season ahead, despite McLaren's troubles during pre-season testing. Although racing director Eric Boullier... read more »