Vergne laps Jerez 79 times on debut
Three French drivers out on track today, including Jean-Eric Vergne, having his first run in the new STR7. Toro Rosso focused on a series of short runs in light of an aerodynamic testing programme. At the same time Jean-Eric could get used to the feel of the STR7.
The conditions on track were much better today for aero work, as there was much less wind. A relatively long run was completed in the afternoon and the plan is to do an even longer one tomorrow.
Jean-Eric Vergne: “My first feeling when I got in the cockpit was a positive one. The car seems to have a good base from which we can progress over the winter tests. In general, it was a positive day for me and the team and I am happy with the work we got through. I still need to work on my seating position in the car to make it perfect and I’m looking forward to making more progress tomorrow. Was it a special feeling knowing this is “my” Formula 1 car for the season? I preferred to concentrate on the work side of things and put the extraordinary aspects of the job to the back of my mind.”
Circuit: Jerez de la Frontera, 4.423 kms
Driver: Jean-Eric Vergne
Car: STR7 – 01
Laps: 79
Best time: 1:19.734
