The R28 isn't quite up to the standards he would like and it is difficult to see it becoming a grand prix winning car by the end of the season. Indeed, I don't think it will be. But if he can see some progress and some light at the end of the tunnel then that will be encouraging for him. As we are at the moment, though, it is difficult, but Fernando could have been in a better situation had he handled 2007 differently.
Of the backmarkers, Toro Rosso and
Force India are both making some steps forward. Toro Rosso has had some strong sessions, but it has not quite counted when it comes to the race or qualifying, although it has been up there in terms of raw pace.
Force India has also had some good outings.
Giancarlo Fisichella has been doing a good solid job there but, again, it is a slight lack of resources - and that is what is limiting
Super Aguri too - only on a bigger scale.
SA
F1 are in a real state of flux at the minute, with the team's future up in the air and, if they do compete in Spain,
Takuma Sato and
Anthony Davidson will find it even more difficult, as most of their rivals will have made more progress with their packages. I just hope they are there.
So, to sum up, while I'd like to think we might see a different winner in Spain, my money is on
Ferrari again. Indeed, to be perfectly honest, I think there is only one car that looks like it will win a grand prix at the moment, and that is the F2008.
I reckon the 'Iceman' will take the pole and the race win this Sunday, with Massa second and Kovalainen third. Then I'll go for Lewis, followed by the two BMWs in fifth and sixth.
Enjoy the grand prix...
MB
