Tuesday, December 23, 2008

McLaren, Ferrari conclude Algarve test

McLaren, Ferrari conclude Algarve test

McLaren and Ferrari concluded their 2008 testing programmes at the Portuguese Portimao circuit today, with Pedro de la Rosa setting the best time of the day.

The Spaniard set a best time of 1:28.993 in 74 laps of running as McLaren worked on their interim 2009-spec aerodynamic package and their KERS.

The team finished the day confident in the progress they have made with the system this week.

Meanwhile, Luca Badoer was in action for Ferrari, completing 75 laps with a best time of 1:30.163.

The Italian concluded Ferrari's final test of the year - and first at the new Algarve circuit - working on various set-ups with the 2009 slick tyres.

Today's times:

Pos Driver Team Time Laps 1. de la Rosa McLaren-Mercedes (B) 1:28.993 74 2. Badoer Ferrari (B) 1:30.163 75 All timing unofficial

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