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The Red Bull driver had previously claimed the last two pole positions in Jeddah, but was only third in 2024.
Sergio Perez expressed uncertainty about the reason for his performance decline in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix following qualifying. Despite a strong Thursday practice, Perez secured third place on the grid, while his teammate Max Verstappen claimed pole position. This race marked Perez’s 20th consecutive non-front-row qualifying since his last pole in Miami, prompting him to investigate the sudden downturn. The Mexican driver highlighted a regression from their Thursday setup, emphasizing the need to analyze and improve for the upcoming race. Recognizing the challenge of surpassing Leclerc, Perez underlined the importance of race pace and overtaking opportunities on the track. For easy access to the 2024 F1 calendar, download it to your agenda to stay updated on all F1 events.
