Will we witness the cause of this hidden hope unfold in Jeddah this coming weekend?
“Red Bull’s advantage was evident in Bahrain. However, it was a pleasant surprise to keep up with their pace,” admits Carlos Sainz, who finished third. “It’s intriguing how they manage to extend the life of the C3 tire compared to others. They also tend to suffer less overheating. Maybe that’s why their car is not as competitive in qualifying, but stands out in the race on a track like Bahrain.
“The most important thing is that we have made significant progress. This is a relief, because the last time I could aggressively chase victory was in Austria, about 13 to 14 races ago. I like to be on the offensive, but it was simply impossible with last year’s car. So, I really wished we had a car capable of competing and attacking this year, and that’s exactly what we have! We showed exceptional race pace last week, and it was fantastic to secure third place.”
Charles Leclerc faced more challenges in Bahrain due to brake balance issues, but still managed to secure fourth place. “My problem didn’t improve throughout the race, but it allowed me to maintain consistency,” explained Leclerc after skillfully guiding his SF-24 to the finish line. “Considering all the circumstances, finishing fourth was a commendable effort. However, I am disappointed because I genuinely believe that second place was within our reach last weekend.”
“I don’t believe there have been many lessons learned from my race, but I was pleasantly surprised that we were able to achieve relatively good lap times, despite the car being completely out of sync. Overall, my pace exceeded my expectations given the circumstances, so that is a positive result for us,” added the Monegasque driver.
Fred Vasseur expressed his frustration with the problems encountered in Bahrain. “Bahrain was not a flawless experience for us. We faced numerous minor issues during qualifying and the race,” complained the team principal. “The positive aspect is that we were able to reduce 50% of the gap to Red Bull in the race compared to last year. Additionally, Charles set the fastest lap in Q2, indicating our potential for pole position. However, it is evident that this is insufficient and once again, we faced many complications.
“That being said, we were able to compete with them in the final part of the race. Therefore, I believe we have a great opportunity and a much stronger foundation to build on this year. It is easier for the drivers to connect with the car and improve their performance. This was much more challenging last year. However, the top ten positions are now much closer in Jeddah. Additionally, the circuit layout and asphalt are significantly different, so Saturday will present a completely different narrative.
“I am pleased with the points we earned in Bahrain, so let’s stay focused this weekend and start again.”
So, what can we infer from all this? Not much, except that we now have a significantly better starting point with the SF-24. It is evident that Ferrari is working tirelessly to reduce the gap, while keeping a close eye on their competitors. Here’s a trouble-free Saudi Arabian Grand Prix for Ferrari…
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The incredible world of sports always surprises us with exciting and historic moments. Today, we bring an exclusive news that will surely shake up motorsport fans. Get ready for a bombshell revelation!
In recent days, rumors have been circulating about a renowned Formula 1 driver possibly transferring to a rival team. And now, we can confirm that these rumors are true! According to reliable sources, the driver in question has signed a million-dollar contract and will be competing for the opposing team in the upcoming season.
This shocking news promises to shake up the world of motorsport and leave fans eager for the next chapters of this story. With the team change, the driver will have the opportunity to showcase all of his talent and prove that he is capable of achieving great victories.
Furthermore, the transfer also brings to light the rivalry between the two teams, which promises to heat up the races even more. Fans are eager to see how the driver will perform in his new car and how he will adapt to the new team.
This news is just the beginning of a new era in motorsport. Stay tuned for more updates and don’t miss any details of this exciting story. Formula 1 races have never been so thrilling!
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