P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz feels it is too close to call going into qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Carlos Sainz experienced neck pain during Friday practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a bad night’s sleep, but still finished fifth fastest on a challenging day with a dusty track and slower lap times compared to previous years. Despite struggling with slippery conditions, Sainz avoided major incidents and improved in the second practice session after issues with brakes in FP1. He managed to complete the run plan but mentioned his neck was bothering him and hoped to feel better for Saturday. Sainz believes Ferrari is competitive, alongside Red Bull, McLaren, and Mercedes, but anticipates a tight qualifying session focused on tyre prep and timing on track to avoid yellow and red flags. He is cautious about predicting the pace of competitors but remains hopeful for a strong performance. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for a chance to win the F1 car of your favourite driver!
