P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz said the final moments of his Saturday qualifying session for the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix were a “disaster” as he struggled to warm up his tyres en route to setting the eighth fastest time. Qualifying played out amid rainy conditions on Saturday, a typical factor often at play around the Spa-Francorchamps circuit. […]
Qualifying took place in rainy conditions at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit, making it a typical challenge. The changing weather made getting intermediate tires at the right moment crucial. Carlos Sainz had a smooth session until his last set of tires, leading to what he described as a “disaster” due to lack of grip. Despite this setback, Sainz remains optimistic and focused on the race ahead, emphasizing the need to quickly move on and learn from the experience. Charles Leclerc performed well, securing pole position, while Sainz aims to progress from his seventh-place starting position. Sainz acknowledges the challenge posed by competitors but is determined to advance through strategic race management. He also believes it will be difficult for Max Verstappen to make significant progress due to the nature of the track and strong competitors.
