Carlos Sainz Jr, the Spanish driver of Ferrari, expressed his relief at delivering an impressive performance and securing a place on the podium at the Bahrain Grand Prix, which marked the beginning of the Formula 1 season. Despite being overshadowed by his teammate Charles Leclerc in qualifying, Sainz showed his determination and skill during the race, finishing in third place. Although he was 25 seconds behind the race winner, Max Verstappen, Sainz managed to keep Sergio Perez in his sights, remaining just two and a half seconds behind the Red Bull driver who finished second. After dropping to fifth place early on, Sainz had to overtake both Leclerc and George Russell of Mercedes to secure his “significant” podium for Ferrari. Reflecting on his performance, Sainz emphasized the importance of starting the season strong and expressed his desire to race aggressively without worrying too much about tire management or defending his position. He was pleased with the attacking nature of the race and the overall pace of his car, enjoying a straightforward and satisfying race to third place.
After the news that Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari in 2025, Carlos Sainz finds himself with a point to prove to secure his future in the sport. Sainz’s impressive performance in Bahrain caught the attention of many in the paddock, especially after struggling to progress during the latter stages of the 2023 season.
“It’s a relief, to be honest,” said Sainz during the post-race press conference. “I remember the last race of last year in Austria, where I could attack. But after that, it was all about controlling the race. There were very few overtaking opportunities and you had to control your pace. With last year’s car, it was simply impossible to be aggressive and make overtakes. As soon as we hit dirty air or overheated the tires, it was game over.”
“But this year, on a track with more rear limitation and high degradation, being able to overtake and attack feels like a relief. It gives me hope that we can do this more often throughout the season.”
However, Sainz acknowledges that he won’t be able to replicate this level of performance consistently due to Ferrari’s strength in qualifying. “That doesn’t mean we will achieve this in every race, because the strongest point of our car is still qualifying. We can qualify higher than our true position, but at least we won’t be degrading and defending like crazy as we did last year.”
When asked if he and Ferrari can be serious contenders to Red Bull in the 2024 Formula 1 season, Sainz replied: “I hope we can, but I think we still have a long way to go before we can challenge them for wins. If they put everything together perfectly, it will be tough for us. However, the base of our car this year, the aerodynamic platform, and how it feels and drives, is much more normal compared to last year. If we keep adding downforce to the car, I believe we can get closer to them. But we need to start now, or else they will pull away.”
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The football star Cristiano Ronaldo made an incredible play during yesterday’s match. The player scored a spectacular goal that left fans in ecstasy. With his exceptional skill, Ronaldo once again showed why he is considered one of the best players in the world.
The match was intense from the beginning, with both teams fighting to score. However, Ronaldo was able to find a gap in the opposing defense and took advantage of the opportunity to score the winning goal. His precision and speed left the opponents speechless.
The fans present at the stadium were amazed by Ronaldo’s play and did not spare praise for the player. On social media, the reactions were equally positive, with many admirers sharing videos and photos of the goal.
Ronaldo, who recently joined a new club, has shown exceptional performance since his transfer. His dedication to training and his passion for the sport are evident in every match he plays.
With this latest victory, Ronaldo’s team is getting closer to winning the championship. Fans are excited and confident that the player will continue to shine in the upcoming games.
The next challenge for Ronaldo’s team will be against a tough opponent, but fans are confident that the player will be able to lead his team to another victory. Everyone is eager to see what Ronaldo will do on the field.
The football star continues to inspire millions of fans around the world. His skill and dedication are an example for all young players who dream of achieving success in the sport.
At the end of the match, Ronaldo thanked the fans for all their support and promised to continue giving his best on the field. Fans are eager to see what the future holds for this talented player.
The soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo made an incredible play during yesterday’s match. The player scored a spectacular goal that left fans in ecstasy. With his exceptional skill, Ronaldo once again showed why he is considered one of the best players in the world.
The match was intense from the beginning, with both teams fighting to score. However, Ronaldo was able to find a gap in the opposing defense and took the opportunity to score the winning goal. His precision and speed left the opponents unable to react.
The fans present at the stadium were amazed by Ronaldo’s play and did not spare praise for the player. On social media, the reactions were equally positive, with many admirers sharing videos and photos of the goal.
Ronaldo, who recently joined a new club, has shown exceptional performance since his transfer. His dedication to training and passion for the sport are evident in every match he plays.
With this latest victory, Ronaldo’s team is getting closer to winning the championship. Fans are excited and confident that the player will continue to shine in the upcoming games.
Ronaldo’s team’s next challenge will be against a tough opponent, but fans are confident that the player will be able to lead his team to another victory. Everyone is eager to see what Ronaldo will do on the field.
The soccer superstar continues to inspire millions of fans around the world. His skill and dedication are an example for all young players who dream of achieving success in the sport.
At the end of the match, Ronaldo thanked the fans for all their support and promised to continue giving his best on the field. Fans are eager to see what the future holds for this talented player.
