Maldonado: “Suzuka even better than Spa”

Returned disgraced from Singapore with a retirement and a third to last place Lotus hopes to obtain a better result in the more favorable Suzuka, a track which, as is known, favors the engine and therefore ideal for the powerful Mercedes.

“There is no corner at Suzuka that isn't a challenge, which is also why when you finish the lap you feel really proud if you managed to get the most out of yourself and the car – he stated Romain Grosjean – The first sector is incredible, but the rest of the track also leaves no room for error. With enough stress the chassis should be suitable for the E23. There aren't many overtaking areas. You need to take advantage of it at the initial change of direction, at the chicane or at the 130R and at the hairpin. As for the fans they are unique. Passionate and prepared. On Sundays they stay in the stands until we leave."

“As a track it is similar to Spa and perhaps in some sections it is even more beautiful. The main section is fantastic with the climb and the right-left-right-left combination. It's fast and to deal with it best you need a flexible car – he explained Pastor Maldonado – Attention must always be high given that the escape routes are narrow”.

Chiara Rainis