The hot topic at the moment appears to be the diet Robert Kubica is currently on. According to his BMW team, Kubica has shed six kilograms over the winter period, a time at which many non-sports-people put on a few extra pounds. This weight-saving has apparently enabled the Pole to go a little quicker, the lighter his body meaning the team can add more ballast to bring the car up to the minimum weight of 605kg. Ballast is preferable over driver weight because it can be positioned in the car more appropriately, improving the overall balance and making the drivers job that little bit easier. Continue Reading
