Russian GP – A very Soft start

April 29, 2016 by Ferrari

• Ferraris third and fourth without running softest compound

Sochi, 29 April –This weekend sees the third running of a Russian Grand Prix and in this morning's first free practice session, the Ferraris of Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen were third and fourth fastest.

After an installation lap on the Medium tyres, the two SF16-Hs took to the track using two sets of Softs: Vettel did 19 laps on his way to third place in 1.39.175, while Raikkonen did one less lap to be fourth in 1.39.332. Today's priority was an evaluation of new aerodynamic components. Topping the time sheet was the Mercedes duo of Nico Rosberg with a 1.38.127 and Lewis Hamilton in 1.38.849, both men setting their time on the Supersoft tyres.