Ocon on European season as key test for Haas package
Esteban Ocon says the start of Formula 1’s European season is “critical” for Haas because the team’s latest package needs a proper test on a “normal track” and the drivers’ feedback will help set the direction of future development. Esteban Ocon said: "But now, I feel that this race, since we've brought the package, is going to be the first real test of how the car is actually feeling on a normal track. It's very critical for us, me and Ollie. We are going to need to give the right feedback for the future development of the car, because now it's the time where you could shift something great or something terrible for the rest of the year."
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