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Force India upgrade led to Monaco podium
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Force India's major upgrade introduced at the Spanish Grand Prix was a key factor in its podium in Monaco, according to Otmar Szafnauer. Barcelona saw Force India deliver a new aerodynamic package for the VJM09, with the team having struggled in the opening races. Sergio Perez finished seventh while Nico Hulkenberg had also been running competitively before retiring. Monaco saw an even bigger step forward, with Perez finishing third and Hulkenberg sixth. Asked if the result in Monaco was thanks to the upgrade, chief operating officer Szafnauer told F1i: “I think so. "The upgrade was all about low speed corner downforce and grip and that’s what you need around...
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