Welcome to a new round of the GP3 season, and with very few GPs for the finish of the championship, Ellinas, Facu Regalia and Korjus are shown as the strongest for getting it. News in this GP Alexander Sims replaces Lichtenstein in Carlin
After the young driver test (some GP3 drivers have been driving for F1 teams), and after Kimi Raikkonen tests with the car, it is time again for the truth competition and this time. The spectacular Spa Francorchamps.
This morning practice session prior to qualyfing (which will be on Saturday in the morning), qualyfing conditions will be different but it will be important to start again after holidays.
In fact, some teams like Carlin and MW Arden have been training the pit stops from early in the morning as it will be vital for the race. It is also a way to activate the mechanics. Each team has different training techniques for pit stops and it is a ritual of synchronization between drivers and mechanics. It is clear that pit stop strategy will be necessary. The teams which use and better take into account this situation could give them a key opportunity to win the race. All to win every last thousandth of second
This morning practice session prior to qualyfing (which will be on Saturday in the morning), qualyfing conditions will be different but it will be important to start again after holidays.
In fact, some teams like Carlin and MW Arden have been training the pit stops from early in the morning as it will be vital for the race. It is also a way to activate the mechanics. Each team has different training techniques for pit stops and it is a ritual of synchronization between drivers and mechanics. It is clear that pit stop strategy will be necessary. The teams which use and better take into account this situation could give them a key opportunity to win the race. All to win every last thousandth of second.
Fastest driver of the session was Conor Daly (ART) a great result for the American, followed by Carlos Sainz (MW Arden) and Yelloly (Carlin).
Koiranen team despite being so far behind in the table was kept a set of new tires for pole on Saturday. MW Arden and Marussia Manor Racing conserve the tires with a great result in performance beat the chrono.
As for the top 3 drivers who fight for the championship, everyone is strong and fast. Ellinas, championship leader, returned to the garage without the rear spoiler but without problems during the session. Facu Regalia is very solid and concentrated, eager to attack first place in championship standings while quieter Korjus will attack on pole on Saturday following the tactics of the team that has given good results in previous Grand Prix.