McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh believes Jenson Button is in good shape for the Japanese Grand Prix after opting for prime tyres in qualifying, even though he is only starting in fifth place. The reigning world champion decided to play the long game by not using the option tyres for Sunday morning's qualifying session, and it is a strategy that Whitmarsh thinks can lift Button up the field in the race. "He is in a very strong position and he did a fantastic job," Whitmarsh told AUTOSPORT.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Whitmarsh: Button tactic best for race
McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh believes Jenson Button is in good shape for the Japanese Grand Prix after opting for prime tyres in qualifying, even though he is only starting in fifth place. The reigning world champion decided to play the long game by not using the option tyres for Sunday morning's qualifying session, and it is a strategy that Whitmarsh thinks can lift Button up the field in the race. "He is in a very strong position and he did a fantastic job," Whitmarsh told AUTOSPORT.
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