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2013 Jerez: McLaren Formula One (F1) Tuesday Test Recap
Driver Jenson Button
Location Circuito de Jerez
Track length 4.428km
Laps 37
Km covered 164
Best laptime 1m18.861s
Programme Jenson took the wheel for the first track run of the new MP4-28.
The morning’s running was compromised by a mechanical fuel-pump issue, which cost a couple of hours’ track-time, but the problem was quickly rectified and the team was able to run productively for the remainder of the afternoon.
Jenson spent the first part of the day’s programme running a lower-lip rake to complete some aero mapping work. The end of the day saw the team evaluate the effects of a series of mechanical set-up changes, using both the Supersoft and Hard Pirelli tyres.
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Both the aero mapping and the balance changes fell in line with the team’s pre-test expectations. Jenson set his fastest time of the day on the Hard compound.
What’s next Sergio Perez gets his first opportunity to drive a Vodafone McLaren Mercedes car tomorrow (Wednesday). The knock-on effects of this morning’s fuel-pump issue mean that he will begin his day by continuing today’s initial aero and balance checks.
The aim for tomorrow afternoon is to conduct a series of longer runs - possibly incorporating live pitstops into the mix if the team is satisfied with the day’s initial progress.
Test dates Four days (February 5-8)
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