Webber to test for Jaguar at Barcelona: CONFIRMED

ozrevhead · 17 Jun 2002, 09:25 (Ref:315268)

Quote:

form autosport.com
The Jaguar Racing Formula 1 team has revealed to AUTOSPORT that it will test Australian ace Mark Webber at Barcelona in Spain later this month.

The team has played down the significance of the test, saying it has no plans to alter its 2002 line-up of Eddie Irvine and Pedro de la Rosa before the end of the season. Webber could, however, play a part in the team's 2003 plans.

"We can confirm that Mark Webber will be testing the Jaguar R3 in Barcelona on Friday, June 28," said Jaguar Racing's communications and public affairs manager Nav Sidhu. "This one day test is aimed at evaluating Mark and subsequently exploring our options for the 2003 season.

"We have not yet began official discussions with Eddie Irvine for next season and in the event that the two sides agree to part company, Mark's test is nothing more than a possible contingency option. This is a perfectly normal procedure and we are not looking to change our driver line-up for the remainder of this season."

Jaguar has previously looked at Renault's test driver Fernando Alonso, giving him a run in its car at Silverstone recently.

whatta u think guys & gals????????

f1manoz · 17 Jun 2002, 09:32 (Ref:315276)

Great news. Mark has proven to be a great development driver and tester, so perhaps he could fix some of the problems. I'd still prefer him to go to Toyota however.

Jordi · 17 Jun 2002, 09:34 (Ref:315278)

Alonso, Webber... who's next to try the kitten?

I'd like an Alonso-de la Rosa lineup for 2003...

ozrevhead · 17 Jun 2002, 09:39 (Ref:315285)

Quote:

Originally posted by f1manoz
Great news. Mark has proven to be a great development driver and tester, so perhaps he could fix some of the problems. I'd still prefer him to go to Toyota however.

true but if minardi fold than jag may be the ONLY option & if he can some of the problems as he IS very good at the tech side of f1 cars than jag does not look so bad after all!

calais · 17 Jun 2002, 09:39 (Ref:315286)

in terms of performance though, wouldnt it be a backward step?????
he has been outqualifying the jags a lot lately...........

Jukebox · 17 Jun 2002, 09:42 (Ref:315291)

you got that right calais but at least he'll be paid by Jaguar rather than his sponsors paying for the drive.

DNQ · 17 Jun 2002, 09:46 (Ref:315295)

Wow! Great news, I really hope he can do a good job, set some good times, and we can see how things go from there.
Arrows, Benetton, Minardi, Jaguar - Mark will have driven half the grid soon

Nicholas · 17 Jun 2002, 10:56 (Ref:315324)

"We're not looking for a replacement driver, honest!"

Mantis13 · 17 Jun 2002, 21:18 (Ref:315691)

Quote:

Originally posted by Jordi
I'd like an Alonso-de la Rosa lineup for 2003...

Although would be great, I can't see a British based team, running two Spanish drivers.

kristof14 · 17 Jun 2002, 22:12 (Ref:315731)

seems to be some sort of dealings going on between renault and jaguar as im pretty sure Webber is on the same deal as Alonso was last year, under contract with Renault but racing for Minardi.

Alan Jones · 18 Jun 2002, 08:53 (Ref:315906)

While the idea of Webber in a Jag sounds great, I like the one where he's in a Toyota alot better.

mac · 19 Jun 2002, 01:15 (Ref:316618)

Webber at Jag may be his only option for next year if Minardi aren't around. Therefore this is good.

It is slightly ironic, though. At some stages this year (notably Imola - where he was sticking it to them), Webber has commented on how bad the Jags looked to drive.

I agree, I think Mark would look much better in red and white overalls than green ones.

Valve Bounce · 19 Jun 2002, 05:27 (Ref:316682)

With due respect to Pedro, I think that Mark and Fernando in the same factory team would be a sensational long term driver combination. Jaguar, with all its resources, can only improve. I cannot see them being the same lousy team next year.

Valve[img]http://www.**************************/smilies/bouncy.gif[/img]

Wrex · 20 Jun 2002, 10:13 (Ref:317459)

Quote:

Originally posted by mac
I think Mark would look much better in red and white overalls than green ones.

I think red overalls are fantastic, we just need Rubins to get the point.

If its Jag or no drive, then Jag it is. But I can't see it happening. Both Toyota and Jaguar have the money to attract what they really need, an established top rated mature driver. Who would take the job that they'd want though?

Good Luck Mark.

f1manoz · 20 Jun 2002, 10:51 (Ref:317490)

If Mark can keep up his consistent performances this year for Minardi (if Minardi can see out the year) then he may just find himself in a better seat next year.

Mania · 20 Jun 2002, 13:51 (Ref:317632)

Irv's days may be coming to an end at Jaguar. It seems the Execs are keen to find a new driver hence the test with Alonso and now Webber.

If Webber is on the pace straight away - then he may go home with a Jaguar contract. That would be nice although I hope Irv finds another drive.

Dont want him to quit F1 just yet.

freud · 20 Jun 2002, 20:04 (Ref:317817)

Quote:

Originally posted by Mania
Irv's days may be coming to an end at Jaguar. It seems the Execs are keen to find a new driver hence the test with Alonso and now Webber.

If Webber is on the pace straight away - then he may go home with a Jaguar contract. That would be nice although I hope Irv finds another drive.

Dont want him to quit F1 just yet.

Wow, Mania does really love Eddie!...

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Jaguar sold to Red Bull (confirmed)	BSchneiderFan	Formula One	106	18 Nov 2004 11:08
If Webber goes to Williams this year/William's & Jaguar line ups?(merged)	Skam85	Formula One	43	13 Jul 2004 15:27
Klien confirmed - are Jaguar stupid?	JohnMiller	Formula One	138	12 Dec 2003 18:07
Confirmed: Webber In Talks With Williams	Redblurr	Formula One	45	22 Nov 2003 17:49
Jaguar: Webber & Heidfeld (???)	Jalt	Formula One	28	10 Jul 2003 11:39