Carlos Sainz confident Ferrari can “challenge McLaren and Red Bull”

Ferrari’s ups and downs The primary free apply periods for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on the 6.003-kilometre Baku Metropolis Circuit weren’t simple for Scuderia Ferrari, regardless of the ultimate lead to FP2. Within the afternoon, Charles Leclerc set the quickest time, although not with out an impression towards the limitations in FP1 and different technical points in FP2. Carlos Sainz was extra constant, ending within the high 5 in each periods.

At all times within the high 5 Fifth within the morning session, the Spaniard improved by one place within the afternoon (although he acquired a warning for impeding the Pink Bull of Sergio Perez at Flip 13). He confirmed his impressions of the day to the media after the periods in Azerbaijan: “There have been a couple of errors at this time, however we weren’t the one ones – it was very tough to drive as a result of the monitor was soiled and slippery, and we have been 5 seconds slower than final yr, as the information confirmed. We had some brake points throughout FP1, however we managed to enhance later in FP2. On high of that, I wasn’t 100% with my neck, as I didn’t sleep properly final night time and couldn’t transfer my head correctly, however I felt higher because the day went on and I’m prepared for tomorrow.” – the Spaniard defined.

Confidence for qualifying The Spaniard is optimistic for tomorrow’s qualifying session on the Baku Metropolis circuit, which shall be a brand new problem for all drivers: “Nobody was capable of string collectively two clear laps, so tomorrow once we placed on the gentle tires from Q1 to Q3, we’ll all see our true potential,” he added. “We’re assured we’ve got good tempo to struggle with McLaren and Pink Bull this weekend. It should even be essential to finish the lap on the proper time, as there could possibly be yellow or pink flags. As we speak was a typical Friday in Baku, significantly demanding. We began with little or no grip, and the monitor developed constantly all through the day. It wasn’t simple to seek out the appropriate feeling with the automobile. I’m assured that if we preserve working like this, we are able to have qualifying tomorrow.” – Carlos Sainz concluded on the finish of the second free apply session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Sep 13, 2024Maria Lombardi

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