P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Magnussen never “fought so hard” for an F1 point
Kevin Magnussen had a strong qualifying session, but anticipated a tough race due to the tyre temperature issue that has affected Haas all season. Despite losing a couple of places on the first lap, Magnussen managed to hang on in the points for the first part of the race and engaged in a battle with Pierre Gasly. After experiencing a brake issue and slipping back, he was able to take advantage of a virtual safety car period for a second pit stop and softer tyres. This gave him the opportunity to catch drivers on older tyres in the later stages of the race. Magnussen ultimately secured a point on the final lap after George Russell’s crash. He expressed his satisfaction with the result, stating that he had worked hard for it. Magnussen also emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities like the virtual safety car period, given the team’s difficulties with race pace and tyre degradation.
Source: motorsport
