Glock wants to turn back time

Timo Glock is looking to erase the disappointment of last season's Belgian GP when he returns to the Spa circuit.

A year ago Glock believed he had clinched a point following a late charge in the rain in his Toyota, only to later incur a 25-second time penalty for overtaking under waved yellow flags.

It is an injustice that clearly still rankles with Glock, as he said: "Even though I really enjoy the circuit, I have some frustrating memories of the place.

"In 2007 I was taken out by another driver on the warm-up lap (of the GP2 race), and then last year I was penalised after doing one of the best final laps of my career to get into the points.

"I was given a time penalty because the stewards said I overtook under a yellow flag. I had to accept it, even though I didn't feel I did anything wrong.

"That was all down to bad luck so I am due a change. This weekend I will be fighting to make up for that disappointment by scoring my first Formula One points at Spa."

Despite those setbacks, and the often inclement weather that can add to the excitement of one of the sport's most respected venues, Glock cannot wait to hit the track again.

"Along with Monaco, Spa is my favourite circuit," added the German.

"To drive a Formula One car around it is a fantastic experience and it's one of the best feelings you can have in this sport.

"It's one of those circuits you dream about racing on when you are growing up. It's just a very impressive track.

"Last year the weather was a big factor in the race and rain always seems to be a risk at Spa, but I have been quick there in the wet and dry, so I am excited about this weekend.

"I hope we can be strong."

After a positive start to the season when Glock and team-mate Jarno Trulli suggested Toyota would be a force, the team have taken a mere 12 points from the last seven races.

In particular, qualifying has become a thorny issue as neither man has clinched a top-10 grid slot in the last three grands prix.

"We know this is an area to improve and everyone is working really hard to get more out of the car on one lap," insisted Glock.

"Our race pace is much stronger relative to the other cars than our qualifying pace and this is a bit frustrating because it makes it harder to get the results we expect.

"In Valencia (European Grand Prix last weekend) I was really giving it everything, but the tyres were dropping off in the last few corners.

"When the field is so close, that costs you quite a lot in terms of grid position.

"Overall, it was a tricky weekend because we did not perform at the level we expected. It was disappointing in the end."


Source: espn