Just when we thought we'd entered European season, the Grand Prix calendar goes and throws us all off track and back across the Atlantic for the Canadian race in Montreal. It's a welcome throw though, here's what our drivers have to say ahead of next week's race...
Mark Webber: “I would say Montreal is one of the top five grands prix of the year because it’s a sensational atmosphere. It’s a really, really good venue and always provides an interesting grand prix there for whatever reason, and last year was no exception. It’s a low downforce
track with long straights and high top speed, which is a different challenge. We’ll see how that unfolds, but we’re very confident the car should work well round there. I love driving the circuit; it’s a good one to get our teeth into, a little bit like a street circuit, so I’m looking forward to getting out there.”
Sebastian Vettel: “Montreal is a great city, everyone loves to go there – the atmosphere is always great. The track is on an island in the St. Lawrence river, and is a great challenge for the drivers. Like the track in Albert Park in Australia, the roads are public, so tyre wear can
be high. There’s also a lot of wear on brakes, which can cause us a headache. Last year the race dragged on due to the heavy rain – but it’s a good place to go racing.”
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Team Noticeboard: Canadian Grand Prix