Formula 1 Third Test: Times from Day One at Barcelona

The final preseason F1 test got underway on Thursday at the Circuit de Catalunya, near Barcelona. The weather proved to be fine, with a daytime high of 17°C (63°F) and a light southeasterly wind at the Spanish track. However, the fortunes of Marussia and HRT were not so bright.  A failed crash test ended the Russian team's hopes of doing any testing before the first race, while HRT—who have passed the crash tests—haven't actually finished building their car. They hope to have it ready in time for a brief run out on the final day of this test, Sunday.  Whether they'll achieve that goal—and take part in their first ever session of preseason testing—is another matter entirely.  Also on the receivi...

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