Frentzen third fastest on day one at Valência

P3 today
By Huw Alban
July 10 2002

As had been confirmed at the beginning of the week, OrangeArows took to the test track today, despite the financial troubles experienced before the British Grand Prix last weekend. Hopefully this is a good sign of financial stability from the team for the rest of the season.

Five drivers from five teams took part in today’s test at Valência, and Heinz-Harald Frentzen faired well, recording the third fastest time of the day. Enrique Bernoldi had indicated that he would be testing for the team, but there are currently no details available on which drivers are testing when and what the team are working on.

Testing continues at the Valência track tomorrow, with Arrows scheduled to be there until Friday.

Wednesday’s times from Valência:

1. Marc Gené - Williams – 1:12.643 – 87 laps
2. Giancarlo Fisichella - Jordan – 1:12.960 – 63 laps
3. Heinz-Harald Frentzen - Arrows – 1:13.214 – 73 laps
4. Fernando Alonso - Renault – 1:13.605 – 93 laps
5. Nick Heidfeld - Sauber – 1:13.914 – 92 laps