P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Sergio Perez has attributed his Q2 elimination in qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix to set-up changes that took his Red Bull Formula 1 car in the “wrong direction”.
Sergio Perez was looking to build on his last race in Azerbaijan where he almost got a podium finish but collided with Carlos Sainz. However, he struggled in qualifying in Singapore and couldn’t get out of the drop zone in Q2. Perez was surprised by his lack of grip and sliding issues during the session. He also faced unexpected troubles with the Soft tires and overheating brakes, further hindering his performance. Perez attributed his struggles to changes in the car’s set-up overnight, making the balance worse. Knowing overtaking is difficult in Singapore, Perez is relying on strategic decisions from the pit wall to make a comeback during the race.
