By Jay
July 7 2010

Fernando Alonso feels the fastest track on the F1 calendar this year, doesn't suit the Ferrari.

Speaking on his blog, the Spaniard said, "The track seems reasonably similar to the way it was, with a lot of very fast corners, which will not suit us that much."

However, Ferrari have upgraded their car with the new exhaust system, similar to that of Red Bull, who are tipped to be quickest of all at the Silverstone track, as their configuration suits running high-speed corners.

Fernando is thus optimistic too on his team's chances with the upgrades.

"It’s a fact that the configuration of the F10 seen in Valencia should give us a boost in these quick corners, so it is best to wait and see where we will be. I remain optimistic."

"Then, there is always a chance of rain playing its part at Silverstone. I would be very surprised to have a completely dry weekend and we will be ready to tackle any situation that comes our way."

He said Ferrari have been closely monitoring the changes made to the new track.

"At Silverstone, we will discover a circuit whose final section has been modified. Along with the engineers, we have spent these few days studying all the characteristics of the new track layout, analysing the available information, including watching the motorcycle races held there a few weeks ago.

"On Thursday morning, again with my engineers, we will inspect the track to see everything in detail, looking especially for bumps on the racing line," added the Spaniard.

With Red Bull in command, McLaren ready with their upgrades, espcially the blown diffusers, the British GP is set for a cracker of a race between these three teams, as Ferrari would be adding further upgrades for this race.

"It is a crucial moment in the season, with three races coming up in the space of four weeks."

"We are ready, both on the technical front and physically. In Valencia, we introduced significant updates on the F10 and there will be more in Silverstone and the races after that.

"The development programme is intensive and I think we will see it produce results," Alonso said.

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