The 2008 Bahrain GP Preview
With Ferrari and McLaren having each dominated a race, this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix is important for establishing a psychological upper hand before the circus returns to Europe. Tom Keeble analyses the prospects ahead of the third race of the season
The Sakhir circuit is one of the new generation, and comprises three straights connected by slow corners; the surface is smooth and offers reasonable grip in its own right, though the actual grip levels change considerably through the weekend as the track rubbers in, or the wind blows fine sand across the surface.
The main demands on the cars relate to tyre wear - which will be even more of a problem now that the teams are without traction control - and looking after the brakes, which can overheat: though teams should have this at least under control, as this will be the third hot race in succession.
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