Abu Dhabi, 27th November 2018 – The Alfa Romeo Sauber F1
Team has concluded the first day of testing at Abu Dhabi with Kimi Räikkönen in
the cockpit of the Sauber C37. The Finnish driver completed a total of 102 laps
throughout the day, becoming familiar with the car and the team’s operating
systems.
The programme was focused on tyre testing – running the 2019
tyre casing, as well as different compounds from the current selection. With
Räikkönen’s feedback and the collected data, the team has obtained a good
reference in preparation for the upcoming season.
In the final run, the team finished just a few minutes ahead
of schedule, without compromising the test programme. The causes are still
under investigation.
Tomorrow it will be Antonio Giovinazzi’s turn to drive for
day two of the test at the Yas Marina Circuit.
Circuit: Yas Marina Circuit / 5.554 km Driver: Kimi
RäikkönenWeather: sunny and dry; air
24-26°C, track 28-41°C Chassis / engine: C37-01 / Ferrari Laps: 102 laps,
566,508 kmFastest lap: 1:39.878 (2019
hypersoft tyres)
