HRT disappointed after double DNF

The Canadian Grand Prix was a race to forget for the HRT Formula 1 team, after both drivers failed to make it to the checkered flag. Both Pedro de la Rosa and Narain Karthikeyan retired due to brake issues, after what had been a relatively positive race weekend beforehand.

After only 22 laps, Narain Karthikeyan was forced into retirement as high amounts of brake and tyre wear ended the Indian’s race. Several laps later, the same issues began to plague Pedro de la Rosa’s car, and the HRT team opted to retire the Spaniard on safety reasons. Regardless of the disappointing race day, HRT have visibly shown improvements throughout the weekend and will be eager to carry the momentum in the next race at Valencia.

“The truth is I can’t deny I’m disappointed because it’s the first race we haven’t finished with either car.” Explained HRT’s team principal, Luis Perez-Sala. “It’s a shame because we were going well, but we had a temperature issue with the brakes on both cars which impeded us from finishing. On the other hand, I’m happy for the race Pedro and Narain we’re doing. Now we must resolve the problems we’ve detected and think about Valencia. What better place to turn things around than at home.”

As HRT now prepare to head back to Europe for what will be their second home race of the season, the Spanish outfit will undoubtedly be eager to continue progressing and reeling in their nearest competitors Marussia. Although HRT suffered a dreadful start to the season, this is their first double DNF of the season.

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