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“Our product has been delivering consistent performance for both front
wheel and rear wheel drive cars,” said Yokohama Europe’s Marketing
Manager, Kazuyoshi Sekiguchi. “Istanbul is a very exciting and
challenging race track and it is very tough for the cars, drivers and
the tyres. I think the one who finds the best set up for the car and
the tyres will win the race.”
Turn eight, a 250kph triple-apex left-hander, requires the drivers’
undivided attention as the slightest mistake could cost valuable time.
“It is quite famous and it’s probably my favourite part of the track,”
said SEAT Driver Gabriele Tarquini. “It’s a long corner, very fast,
before a straight. It’s very unusual and you have to get it absolutely
right.”
Andy Priaulx shares the Italian’s opinion: “It’s a special challenge,”
said the reigning champion. “Everybody is talking about it. You’ve got
to get the car working through this corner.”
The WTCC competition is closer than ever, with the Priauxl and BMW back
in the lead but once again carrying a maximum ballast of 80kg.
Challenger James Thomson will be hoping for better form after a
disastrous weekend in Brno lost him the championship lead. The SEAT
driver will be making the most of his reduced ballast weight now only
50kg.
Coverage for round 15 and 16 of the WTCC qualifying in Turkey starts
Saturday at 13:30 CET on Eurosport, with the two back-to-back races
shown live at 14:00 CET
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