P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz has claimed team-mate Charles Leclerc’s qualifying brilliance has made Ferrari appear to possess the fastest Formula 1 car at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Leclerc maintained his supreme recent record under single-lap conditions in Baku as he surged to a commanding fourth consecutive pole position at the street venue. The Monegasque seemed to have […]
Leclerc secured his fourth consecutive pole position in Baku, showcasing his dominance under single-lap conditions on the street circuit. Despite facing tough competition in practice, he managed to outpace his rivals by a three-tenth margin, with a remarkable improvement in his final Q3 attempt. Sainz praised Leclerc for his exceptional performance, highlighting the tight battle among the top four cars this weekend. Sainz acknowledged Leclerc’s superiority in braking, where the Monegasque excels around the challenging Baku streets. While Sainz made progress during qualifying, he admitted that he still struggles at this track and aims to improve his performance. Sainz emphasized the importance of incremental adjustments to adapt to Baku’s unique demands and expressed determination to continue working on his rhythm and pace at the circuit.
