Jack Valentine echoed Rutter's frustrations, the Crescent team manager vowing to find a way of improving their fortunes for the upcoming rounds.

“There's not much I can add to what Michael's already said. We're disappointed, we can't deny that. But also we all feel for Michael. Two front row qualifying performances from three is evidence of his speed. Even today there were times we could feel hopeful. But the results just haven't come.

“So, we have to face it, we're in a position again where we need to find a solution to get us back to the sharp end of the racing.”