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Chinese GP: Force India qualifying report
Adrian Sutil (car 20, VJM02/03): FP3: 17th 1:37.534 (17 laps) Q1: 19th 1:37.669 (10 laps) Giancarlo Fisichella (car 21, VJM02/01): FP1: 18th 1:37.732 (18 laps) Q1: 20th 1:37.672 (10 laps) 18 April 2009 - The Force India Formula One Team had a ...
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Adrian Sutil (car 20, VJM02/03):
FP3: 17th 1:37.534 (17 laps)
Q1: 19th 1:37.669 (10 laps)
Giancarlo Fisichella (car 21, VJM02/01):
FP1: 18th 1:37.732 (18 laps)
Q1: 20th 1:37.672 (10 laps)
18 April 2009 - The Force India Formula One Team had a tougher day today as preparations for tomorrow's Chinese Grand Prix continued. Adrian Sutil and Giancarlo Fisichella got a solid performance from the VJM02 in free practice and qualifying for the race at the Shanghai International Circuit, however will line up in 19th and 20th positions respectively after yet another ultra competitive session. The pair will now be looking to have a stronger race tomorrow and consolidate the team's perfect finishing record so far this year.
Adrian Sutil (car 20)
'We knew it was going to be difficult here today. We couldn't find a balance as we don't have enough downforce just yet. This is our main issue and why it is very difficult to drive right now. Although today was tough, we should be more competitive in the race as the pace on Friday over longer runs was better. Our goal now is to finish without any incidents. We know our car is reliable so maybe we can pick up some places like this.'
Giancarlo Fisichella (car 21)
'Today it felt better than yesterday but it was still tough. We are lacking grip aerodynamically, particularly in the slow speed corners. This race might be tough but we know there is another step to come in Bahrain so the aim here is to get to the finish. We need to have a good strategy and try to do what we can.'
Dominic Harlow, chief race engineer
'Both drivers found low grip and a difficult balance today. The one lap performance just wasn't there and that is reflected in our start positions. We had a good race car on Friday over longer runs and, combined with some interesting opportunities in the race, we are looking for a solid finish.'
-credit: force india
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