LOOKING AHEAD TO MUGELLO.

In -season testing is a great opportunity for teams to bring new updates to their cars and see how they will work. They already, after four races, know a lot about their cars and certainly a lot more than they know in pre-season testing meaning they have more of an idea as to what their car needs for improved performance. It's the first time since 2008 that the teams have had this chance so it will be interesting to see how much teams benefit from it and how much progress it enables them to make. And it's a great way to fill the 3-week gap between Grands Prix that we must sadly endure.

McLaren's Jenson Button and possibly Lewis Hamilton won't be at the Mugello test because "there aren't any massive updates to try" according to the former. McLaren have had impressive pace so far so they may not see the point of more updates but if their rivals, like Red Bull, do have updates McLaren may be ruing a lost opportunity. Lewis Hamilton has indicated his desire to take part in the test but the team have not yet altered their plans and their test drivers Gary Paffett and Oliver Turvey are set to drive instead. 

The next Grand Prix won't be until 13th May in Spain and the fact that there is a test before it means more unpredictability in the season is to be expected. Many of the top teams will be seeking to work on and eliminate their weaknesses thus far and that can surely only mean they will become closer in terms of performance.

More on Mugello and other F1 news as and when I can update!

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