BMW Sauber chief Mario Theissen believes the team can have a strong end to what could be their last season in Formula 1.
BMW Sauber boss confident of strong finish
BMW Sauber chief Mario Theissen believes the team can have a strong end to what could be their last season in Formula 1.
Although BMW are pulling out at the end of the year, Robert Kubica and Nick Heidfeld showed the team still has a future by finishing fourth and fifth at Spa on Sunday, doubling their season's points score.
While original owner Peter Sauber may yet buy the team back from BMW, Theissen said they were focused on the last five races of season after failing to fire earlier in the year.
"I have always said we were disappointed with the first half of the season," said Theissen.
"It was certainly below not just our own expectations, but also below our proven capabilities, and now we want to finish the season on a high.
"Valencia (European Grand Prix) was a first sign, followed by our first strong result at Spa, which I hope will continue for the final five races.
"I don't know if we can improve, but from the car's performance at Spa, Monza should suit us as well.
"The other factor which came into play for us were the tyres as we were able to make the best use of them, a factor that can change in Monza, so we will see."
