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Frustration for Lotus as tyres arrive late, drivers struggle
Lotus had a frustrating day on and off the track Friday at the Hungarian Grand Prix with race tyres arriving late, followed by a disappointing two practice sessions for drivers Romain Grosjean and Pastor Maldonado. Lotus, which faced a winding-up petition earlier this month, is under pressure as it settles debts with creditors. The team received its allocation of Pirelli race tyres only one hour before practice began on Friday. Once it got underway, Maldonado finished down in 17th, while reserve driver Jolyon Palmer -- replacing Grosjean for the morning -- managed only four laps. Grosjean went out in the afternoon session and placed 15th. Speculation linking French manufacturer Renault...
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