Japanese GP: Williams Martini Grand Prix Preview


By Williams Martini Racing
September 21 2015

Just one week aftre the mixed results of the Singapore GP the Williams Martini moves to the famous Suzuka circuit for the 2015 Japanese GP. For the Williams team this high speed circuit should suit their car and as such the team aims to capitalise on this and secure a further good result. Weather can play a part in the outcome of this race but the Williams drivers are confident that they can come sway with a strong result.

 
2015 Japanese GP Preview
 
Suzuka Circuit
 

If you ask any Formula One driver to list their favourite tracks, the Suzuka Circuit will always feature high on the list with its traditional features and unique circuit of eight layout. It’s a narrow, high speed circuit with very little run off and is therefore the ultimate test of man and machine. Sector One is a particular highlight with high speed changes of direction placing a premium on aerodynamic downforce.

ROB SMEDLEY:
The Japanese Grand Prix is a great circuit and well suited to our car. In qualifying last year we showed great pace and dominated the second row. The team continues to get stronger throughout this year and we can go back there expecting another good performance. It’s important to capitalise on our car performance and score more points than our closest rivals. It’s one year since Jules’ accident so it will be difficult to head back there. We will be remembering the incredible talent and great guy that he was.

FELIPE MASSA:
Suzuka is like Spa in that it’s a historic track with fast corners, varying terrain and quick changes of direction. It isn’t the easiest track but that’s why the drivers enjoy it so much. The Japanese fans are very dedicated to Formula One and are very friendly which creates a very welcoming atmosphere. The weather can play its part and be very unpredictable but we need to make sure that we are competitive whatever the conditions.

VALTTERI BOTTAS:
The Japanese fans are the most fanatic in the world. They support you in a unique way, so it’s always a pleasure to go there. As a track it’s one of my favourites and I really enjoy the old-school fast corners. The first sector stands out as the most fun. The weather can always play a part so you always need to keep that in mind strategy wise. We will be going to Suzuka confident that we can be competitive and get a strong result.

Race Data
Friday:
Practice 1: 10:00 - 11:30
Practice 2: 14:00 - 15:30
Saturday:
Practice 3: 12:00 - 13:00
Qualifying: 15:00 – 16:00
Sunday: Race: 14:00
 
Japanese GP Statistics
 
Championship Points as of Singapore GP
 

Japanese GP: Williams Martini Grand Prix Preview
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Date: 21/09/2015 15:10

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