It was a difficult Grand Prix for Adrian in Abu Dhabi. After big problems with the tyres which had a lot of graining in the Saturday qualifying session Adrian had to start from P 17. The problems continued in the race and Adrian lost some positions at the beginning of the race. After the first stop and changing the tyres the car’s performance was much better, but it was too late to achieve a better result. Adrian finished in 17th position.

With starting positions relatively far down the field, scoring points was a tall objective, however both Adrian and Tonio enjoyed close battles throughout the race with both Renaults - Adrian overtaking Grosjean on the final lap - and the Ferrari of Fisichella.

The Force India team finishes the season with a total of 13 points, with one podium, one pole position and one fastest lap to its name.



Adrian was satisfied with the season over all
“We had some problems at the start of the race with the tyres and had to stop earlier than expected to change to a new set. The two stop strategy was the right one and the race went OK although we obviously didn't get any points, which was the aim. All the same it has been a very good season, naturally with a lot of ups and downs, but we've gone massively forward from the beginning of the season to the end. I think we can be very proud of this progress.”

Dr. Vijay Mallya
“Of course points would have been a fitting end to the season, but sadly we could not achieve them today. All the same both drivers gave it absolutely everything until the final lap and I couldn't have asked for more. It's been an excellent season for Force India this year and I would like to thank the entire team, both at the track and at our bases in Silverstone and Brackley, for their outstanding commitment and skills that have led to this success. We have achieved our objectives and then some more and can only build on this over the winter into 2010.“