Aston Martin had 'several meetings' with FIA last weekend
Apr.20 - Aston Martin had "several meetings" with the FIA over the Imola race weekend.
It was there that the Lawrence Stroll-owned team refused to rule out legal action over the 2021 aerodynamic rule changes that both Aston Martin and Mercedes suspect were designed specifically to punish 'low rake' car concepts.
Aston Martin's position was roundly condemned by paddock rivals, but team boss Otmar Szafnauer says that did not stop talks with the governing body from taking place.
"We had several meetings with the FIA," he revealed.
"We are trying to understand in order to make sure everything is done properly and impartially," Szafnauer added. "Our negotiations are still ongoing but will be able to give more detailed comments in a few days."
Meanwhile, Szafnauer said former Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel's high-profile struggle to adapt to the Aston Martin was worsened by problems in testing.
"Sebastian was in the pits for a lot of that time, otherwise I think his process of adaptation would be at a different stage now," he said.
"I think Sebastian is ok. I know that he expects a lot from himself but he's not getting down - he just wants to get into the rhythm as soon as possible."
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This is bad for the sport. Quit whining and improve your car. Your driver Vettel is also substandard and Aston Martin is looking for excuses for not doing their jobs. An arrogant billionaire should not bully or intimidate Liberty or the FIA. When McLaren, Wiiliams and Ferrari struggle they work to improve. A high point with Perez and the win last year even though you copied Mercedes. Shut up and drive, and shut up and build a better car. Or leave the sport.
Maybe a bit harsh words Craig but I can not disagree with you...
Craig, you are 100% correct. ;)
Otmar should spend more time figuring out why he had his team close up the rear brake ducts (for rain I suppose?) and burned up the brakes on the warm up laps. That was really stupid.
Actually, the brake fiasco was hilarious. 8 gazillion $$$ and you burn up the rear brakes with duct tape? In the US there is a long standing prejudice against green livery Supposed to be unlucky. Maybe it's true.
Yes it was hilarious.
No comments from the paid pundits. Shame. It was a huge mistake by Otmar.