But the race car was anything but reliable. That gives a reason for concern, when considering the inaugural race of this season, which will be this weekend in Bahrain.
V Barcelona the Alfa Romeo team did not drive due to technical problems. V Bahrain it went better as they drove more laps. But it was still not ideal. Far from it. For example, they still existed problems, because of which he had to Bottas before the end of your working day, place the car next to a guardrail. In a conversation for colleagues from Motorsport.com Bottas said he wondered if he would Alfa Romeo in the first race she even reached the finish line.
Trust Finca is currently fragile as he says he hopes the team will get to know and solve all the problems up to that racing weekend. He does not expect an answer until Friday, who are scheduled for free training. However, for Bottas there are also bright spots. Former racer Mercedesa says he has a good feeling with Alfa Romeo, which calls a clear step forward compared to last season. It is imperative to work on racing balance for this weekend, though Bottas in his own words ready for the new season.