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Toyota should not get "overexcited" after front row in WEC Qatar qualifying
Following the Hyperpole qualifying session at the Losail International Circuit, Floury commented on Nyck de Vries’ impressive performance, finishing just 0.146s off pole position in the #7 Toyota GR010 Hybrid. He acknowledged that tyre usage is a challenge due to the track conditions and weight of the cars, emphasizing the difficulty it poses for both qualifying and the race. Despite initial struggles, Toyota showed improved pace with de Vries securing the second position on the grid. However, the team encountered mixed results as Brendon Hartley in the #8 car struggled in qualifying due to the “knife-edge” nature of the Michelin tires. While Toyota has made progress in addressing graining issues, they continue to battle with tyre degradation, navigating the fine balance between performance and tire management on the challenging track.
