CV joint failure can't stop Hamilton from clocking the fastest time at Monza
The Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team’s focused move from Turkey to Monza for a three day test beginning today. Lewis took to the wheel of the MP4-22 as the team started to work through a preparatory programme for the upcoming Italian Grand Prix.
The test focused on the low downforce configuration that will be used for the race on the high speed Monza circuit, alongside various aerodynamic upgrades. Some tyre evaluation also took place, with the track traditionally tough on durability. Lewis’s programme during the morning session was temporarily interrupted with a CV joint failure, however he returned to the track soon after. A shower towards the end of the day saw the team switch to wet Bridgestone Potenzas, prior to the session being ended prematurely due to the rain.
