Official Pre-season testing thread

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08:29 But the RB10 encounters a problem straight away, bringing out our first red flag of the day. The course car has picked up the Red Bull mechanics to take them to the car, which has stopped in the second sector.

Wonder if he'll get out of the car, tell them to give him a call when it's ready and worth his while driving before going off to the golf course. Benson, any ideas? <whistle>
 
Matthew Hobbs: Why do Red Bull insist on covering their car as soon as it breaks down mid lap. Who's going to want to copy it?<laugh><laugh><laugh>

I know they'll probably be really quick later in the season, but right now, I'm loving the schadenfreude.
 
"It'll be a delayed start for @nico_rosberg today; overnight inspection of high-mileage components has led to a precautionary engine change."

So that supports the issues Mercedes had yesterday, they're already close to adequate performance for a season
 
I think the biggest question is how many will start in Aus (considering the 107 rule) and how many, if any, will finish.

I imagine the 107% rule will be waived for a few races, we don't want 6 car grids again!
 
Could this be..............................the worse car.......................................................Newey ever help design?

Nah, one McLaren was so bad it never even raced! His 89 + 90 March's were also bad. All of these cars were quick, but kept breaking down.
 
@Lotus: We've stopped running. We're investigating. Looks like an early bath for @RGrosjean today. Maybe to join Seb #Vettel in the pool...
 
Tobias Grüner F1 &#8207;@tgruener 1m
Horner just told us, Seb still in the RB pavillon. Misinformation by a press officer. But he will not drive anymore. Garage closed already.

Oh dear
 
When Vettel wins in Australia, Forza, Silver and Dhel are going to explode...