Mercedes MGP W01 Presentation 2010 with exclusive interview with Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher

Virgin Racing VR-01 front

Virgin Racing VR-01 top

Virgin Racing VR-01 team

Virgin Racing designer Nick Wirth and drivers Timo Glock and Lucas di Grassi unveil the VR-01, the first ever F1 car designed, built and tested entirely on computer.

“Today is a very proud day for everyone involved with Virgin Racing, however on this occasion, where the car is the star, I want to pay tribute to all the amazing people at Wirth Research who deserve so much of the credit for the VR-01” said Wirth

Virgin Racing team principal, John Booth commented: “Today is the culmination of a very emotional journey which really began in June last year when we celebrated the fantastic news that our entry into Formula One had been accepted.

Another positive day for the Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro working at the test sessions held on the “Ricardo Tormo” circuit in Cheste near Valencia. Felipe Massa was again the fastest driver on the track.

Lewis Hamilton declared himself happy after his first drive in McLaren’s new car despite lagging behind Felipe Massa’s Ferrari in Valencia testing.

“It’s a different feeling compared to the first lap of the first test day of 2009,” said the 2008 champion.

“It’s a positive feeling. I’ve kept a close eye on the development of this car. I’ve seen it evolve and had input into it which is very exciting.

“I got out smiling. The problems I had [last year] I don’t have in this car.”

Flaws in Hamilton’s 2009 McLaren left him well off the pace last season. Although they were eventually resolved, allowing him to win two races, he was unable to defend his title.

Alanso will be on the track tomorrow so more excitement to come.