Nonetheless, Webber is not dwelling on what may have been and is instead channelling his efforts into transforming Williams’ new found sense of speed into a good result at Silverstone,
However, he predicts the team not to be quite so competitive around the faster circuit, even if he will enjoy what he considers another home grand prix for him.
“Unfortunately, our Monaco pace will have no relevance whatsoever to next weekend at Silverstone as it requires totally different characteristics from the car. Of course, having lived in England for the past six or so years, Silverstone is almost like a second “home” Grand Prix for me.
“It’s good to be able to go home each night and enjoy the familiar comfort of my own house, and also being able to share the weekend with friends and family which I don’t often get to do.”
Nico Rosberg too is anticipating a tougher Monaco experience but with experience of the circuit from testing there and claiming victory in GP2 at Silverstone last year, the German has still set his sights on points.
“Silverstone is a very exciting track. I already have quite a lot of experience of it as I have done lots of testing there, especially with the V10 engine last year. I don't think we are going to be as strong there as we were in Monaco, but I think we can still score some points.”
Honda Racing F1 – Rubens Barrichello (#11), Jenson Button (#12):
Having not seen a home-grown winner of the British Grand Prix since
David Coulthard in 2000, all eyes will be on Jenson Button to see if he can delight his fans with a win on familiar turf.
However, after a disappointing Monaco Grand Prix, Button will need a dramatic improvement if he is to challenge
Renault,
Ferrari and possibly
McLaren for victory at
Silverstone.
Nonetheless, although he admits that Honda have yet to find that extra pace that will push them to the front of the field, Button has a strong record at Silverstone and that extra support may yet help him to a potential podium.
