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Toyota should not get "overexcited" after front row in WEC Qatar qualifying
After the Hyperpole qualifying session at Losail International Circuit, Floury commented on Nyck de Vries’ impressive performance, being just 0.146s off pole position in the #7 Toyota GR010 HYBRID. He highlighted the challenges of tyre usage on the track, especially given the weight of their car. Despite the strong qualifying result, Floury emphasized the need to stay focused on the race ahead, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of racing. Toyota faced pace struggles leading up to the Qatar 1812Km, with tyre graining hampering their performance in the Prologue test. Although de Vries secured second on the grid, Hartley in the #8 car faced difficulties in qualifying due to tyre differences within the team. Toyota has made progress in addressing tyre issues but continues to grapple with tyre degradation, navigating the fine line between performance and tire preservation.
