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Force India happy with test progress

Adrian Sutil has brought the Force India Formula One Team's pre-Spanish Grand Prix to a close today at the Circuit de Catalunya. The team once more finished high up the classifications, with Adrian recording the third quickest time of the day on slicks. 

Mike Gascoyne, chief technical officer commented, "A useful day to finish what has been a very productive test. We had a minor clutch problem in the morning that caused a small delay in running, but we nevertheless completed the day's programme. Adrian tested the 2008 configuration in the morning in preparation for next week's race and also ran on a couple of sets of 2009 tyres. Overall, the test has been very useful, we've finished our scheduled work and we look in good shape for the Grand Prix."

Adrian Sutil added, "I was quite happy with today. We did a lot of running, which wasn't bad considering the small problem we had in the morning, and the car has improved a lot since the last time we were here in February. I think it looks good for the race. I also tried out slicks, which was my first time this year, and was really impressed. The grip is just amazing, especially in the last sector, but it is also very physical on your neck muscles. I'm looking forward to it already!"

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