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Sainz hoping sprint format will compensate for Qatar struggles
Carlos Sainz is hopeful that the new weekend format in Qatar will help Ferrari overcome their anticipated difficulties. This weekend, the F1 Sprint format will be used with only one practice session before the competitive sessions. The track is not expected to suit Ferrari, as they struggled in Japan and have faced issues with tire degradation and unpredictable car performance. Although Ferrari introduced a new floor in Japan, it is too early to determine if it has solved their problems. Sainz acknowledges that the track layout may not favor Ferrari but hopes they can take advantage of the alternative format and surprise their rivals.
Source: RacingNews 365
