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With five rookies taking to the track on Friday, who impressed and who was hampered? Hear from all five drivers after their first runs of the season.
inning of the session, which meant I couldn’t complete a timed lap. It’s frustrating, but these things happen in motorsport. Nonetheless, I was able to provide feedback to the team based on my experience in the car. Hopefully, we can sort out the issue and have a more productive outing in the next session or in the future. I appreciate the team’s support and trust in me, and I’m eager to get back behind the wheel and showcase my potential.”Jüri Vips had a solid outing for Red Bull as he took over Sergio Perez’s RB18 and set the 15th fastest time. The Estonian showcased his skills and adapted well to the car, gaining valuable experience in his first official F1 session. “I’m really happy with how today went,” said Vips. “It was a great opportunity for me to get some track time in the RB18, and I felt comfortable straight away. I was able to push the car and learn a lot throughout the session. The team provided me with all the support I needed, and I’m grateful for the chance to work with them. Overall, it was a positive experience, and I hope to have more opportunities like this in the future.”Finally, Guanyu Zhou stepped into Esteban Ocon’s Alpine and set the 14th fastest time. The Chinese driver showcased his potential and impressed the team with his performance. “It was a really good session for us,” said Zhou. “I felt comfortable in the car, and we were able to work through our program smoothly. I’m happy with my performance and the feedback I provided to the team. It’s a great opportunity for me to gain experience in an official F1 session, and I’m looking forward to more opportunities like this in the future. I want to thank the team for their support and their trust in me.”
Source: RacingNews 365
