'Struggling to Sleep Thinking of Tyre Pressures and Downforce': George and Lewis Preview F1's Return

After three weeks off, Lewis, George, and the team are getting ready to hit the track again for the Dutch Grand Prix.

While both drivers used the time away to recharge and reflect, it was not long before the racing bug started to bite.

George said: "The break was needed for everyone. I did not think about racing too much at first.

"But last Sunday night, I was struggling to sleep thinking about tyre pressures and rear springs and downforce levels.

Lewis - who spent much of the summer exploring Africa - added: "We all recharge in different ways.

"I did not go into the break that tired but to be able to take your foot off the gas and not be flat out for a period of time is important.

"In the long run I am going to notice that, especially when I look at where I want to improve in the final half of the season."

Fine margins between four fiercely competitive and strong teams. So, what are the aims for the rest of the season?

"I am getting more and more comfortable with the car as it improves," said Lewis.

"I have been working so hard all year and trying to get better," he added.

"If we can catch Ferrari in the Constructors' that would be amazing, if we can move into the top five in the Drivers' I think that would be a good recovery from the start of the season."

George added: "I think the performances we have been showing recently have been really, strong.

"But we are not too focused on those points right now. We are just taking it race by race, just trying to understand the car further and try and get some more victories under our belt."