This year is actually like always, but different again. The winter tests for the year have taken place a week before the first race. There isn't much time left to implement the findings from the days at the Bahrain Sakhir Circuit in Manama into improvements.
Anyone who thought and hoped that something would change dramatically in the hierarchy was unfortunately proven wrong, which is also completely logical due to the regulations. Has the Scuderia been able to eliminate its weak points and improve performance? It may almost seem that way and the reliability of the cars seems to be a given.
One of three should be the motto of the season with a view to Red Bull and Mercedes. As always, our annual winter test statistics can be viewed in the Picture Box.