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Sauber: Strong Australian F1 pace shows we will have “other opportunities”
Valtteri Bottas showed a strong performance in the Melbourne race with the help of a new front wing upgrade, but a pit stop delay caused him to drop to 13th place without scoring any points. The team is planning to introduce another upgrade package in Suzuka, the third in four races, to stay competitive in the midfield pack. Team Representative Alunni Bravi expressed confidence in their car’s pace and ability to fight for points in every race, despite the pit stop issues that need to be addressed promptly.
Bottas mentioned feeling more competitive in Australia and optimism about the upcoming upgrades for the Suzuka event. He emphasized the importance of perfecting pit stops to capitalize on the car’s potential. The new front wing in Melbourne was just a small step, but the team hopes for a more significant improvement in Japan with the new upgrades. Bottas is focused on making the most of the opportunities and ensuring that the car’s performance translates into valuable points throughout the season.
