Motorsports
Sainz: ‘I would have done a podium or something else, it’s frustrating’
Carlos Sainz gave a recital at Monza, but was left without a prize. The Spaniard, who started from his 18th place with his new engine in front of the fans, was just 13 laps in which he overtook 15 times and made more than one pass per lap. , extended his first stint significantly before putting on the soft rubber and showing great pace.The Spaniard assured the Spanish press in attendance Monzaamong them MDthe simulation showed would have reached George Russell With his tire advantage, it was clear he was trying to pass him. However, the ‘safety car’ ran too late and the Spaniard missed out on the prize money. The race ended after the safety car and wanted a restart which he was sure he had passed. Russell would have been involved in a battle with Verstappen world Leclerc. Carlos He saw the glass half full, preferring to overtake all the colors to maintain his comeback, defined great pace on the soft rubber as a ‘good sign’, and said he was in Singapore with a fresh engine. It had the options he had in mind. .
if released
“To get past George and fight Max and Charles there, it was very good. And I don’t think I could have done more than I could.”
Should we change the rules and raise a red flag when we have less turns left?
“If I lead, no (laughs). If you’re in the position that Charles[Leclerc]and I were in, you’d prefer a red flag. Lap is that you don’t have to be there.For me it was too late to get the car back.I don’t know if the race director can do more.Leave the ‘safety car’ early to catch up with Max and Charles. The whole procedure was slow for me and as a sport we have to improve. Red flags? Yes, it’s better than it is today, but a fair compromise would be to get the car out faster.
slow procedure
“I don’t know if it was the ‘safety car’ or the race director or the tow truck. Something happened that seemed certain to restart for a couple of laps, but for some reason it all took longer than expected. , in the end the race did not take place.”
podium
“I think we were on the podium. What I did was not throw them at me, but with my pace and new wheels, George had the used wheels and Charles had a few laps.” .
frustrating moment
“Little by little it became more and more depressing. In principle the ‘safety car’ is fine because we fight for something else, not just the podium. And I thought: ‘How slow, how slow’ and… ‘there will be no racing’ And in the end there was no racing. is. ”
Return
“I came home earlier than I thought. Yes, certainly if you get in fourth place the leaders are one pit stop away. And that’s a chore. But we rushed in and were right back.”
Simulations showed Russell on the last lap
“The simulation showed that we would get there on the last lap. I can assure you that if I get to the last lap, I will throw myself because I have nothing to lose and after 15 overtaking today. ,because I knew how to throw myself and how to brake and brake what to do.George was riding the ura and I was riding the soft so I had more grip while braking. , we will never know.”
your passing
“It was important to pass Perez on the first lap. No, two laps behind, all the overtaking I did took one lap.”
his best race of the year
“Yes today. I was analyzing the pace on the soft and I was fast. I think I had a very similar pace this year to Charles who struggled to keep his pace. Is it the same today or It was faster than that, so I’m happy.This Ferrari went all the way.”
first long stint
“I had a very long stint, but after 15 overtakes I had already lost the left rear wheel. We were soft and very fast, which is a good sign.”
motor
“This year the engine pushes a lot so it’s fine. Reliability? It’s still a long way off, but we have a fresh engine that will definitely give us a chance to fight in the next race. Singapore? Well, I think so.”
red bull rhythm
they were going very fast. If there were two Ferraris there, at least one would do the same thing as Max and another Ferrari would do the opposite, so Max would be under pressure and Max would do the opposite of you. I don’t think I was able to go with Charles this weekend and put some pressure on Max.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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Max Verstappen shared his first impressions of the sound of the new generation Formula 1 power plants created according to the 2026 technical regulations.
Next season, the championship will see the most comprehensive changes to engine architecture since the introduction of turbo-hybrid units in 2014. The regulations foresee the abandonment of the MGU-H system, as well as a significant increase in the role of the electrical component; The ratio between the internal combustion engine and the electric motor will be 50 to 50.
Even though there is just over a month until the cars hit the track, Verstappen was pleased to hear the new engine was running.
Verstappen said: “It sounds good. Of course you hear it in the stands, but the sound is clear and pleasant. I don’t think anyone has specifically worked on the noise but it’s really good.” he said.
For the first time in its history, the Red Bull team is building its own power plant, working in partnership with the American automobile giant Ford.
Verstappen wants to challenge for the Formula One title again in the 2026 season after his tense championship defeat to Lando Norris this month. However, the Dutch pilot plans to take a break from F1 before the new season starts.
“I’m really looking forward to it – I really need it. I also want to make sure that everything I do within the program next year will be well prepared, especially the GT3 project. That’s the most important thing for me at the moment, that everything is in the right state,” summarized the pilot.
Source: Sport UA
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Audi F1 chief Mattia Binotto shared his expectations for the German automobile manufacturer to participate in the championship for the first time, which is planned to be held in the 2026 season.
Audi completed the 100% acquisition of Sauber in 2024 and then began a large-scale personnel restructuring. In particular, former Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Whitley joined the team and took on the role of team leader. The goal of the project is to gradually turn into a contender for victories.
Binotto, who is responsible for the technical development of the bases in Hinwil and Neuburg an der Donau, urged not to expect overnight success.
“We need patience; we are still in the team building phase. I don’t expect at all that we will have a better engine next year. But this is not decisive because our main targets are set for 2030.”
“We do not plan to cause a sensation in 2026,” Binotto said.
The Italian pilot also emphasized that Audi is moving in the right direction and is gradually gaining confidence within the team.
“The dynamics have changed significantly. Employees see it well; we are expanding and investing in long-term projects. This increases the credibility of the enterprise.”
Audi is fully committed to Formula 1. “Current investments are an investment in the future and we will see the results of this in 3-4 years.”
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
Audi F1 chief Mattia Binotto shared his expectations for the German automobile manufacturer to participate in the championship for the first time, which is planned to be held in the 2026 season.
Audi completed the 100% acquisition of Sauber in 2024 and then began a large-scale personnel restructuring. In particular, former Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Whitley joined the team and took on the role of team leader. The goal of the project is to gradually turn into a contender for victories.
Binotto, who is responsible for the technical development of the bases in Hinwil and Neuburg an der Donau, urged not to expect overnight success.
“We need patience; we are still in the team building phase. I don’t expect at all that we will have a better engine next year. But this is not decisive because our main targets are set for 2030.”
“We do not plan to cause a sensation in 2026,” Binotto said.
The Italian pilot also emphasized that Audi is moving in the right direction and is gradually gaining confidence within the team.
“The dynamics have changed significantly. Employees see it well; we are expanding and investing in long-term projects. This increases the credibility of the enterprise.”
Audi is fully committed to Formula 1. “Current investments are an investment in the future and we will see the results of this in 3-4 years.”
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
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