McLaren F1 Saudi Arabian GP practices – A good day

STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX
Jeddah Corniche Circuit
3-5 December 2021
Friday, December 3rd 2021

2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix – Free Practice

“We had a good day, with clean sessions and were able to explore our set-up options”

DANIEL RICCIARDO, #3
 FP1     1m30.608s (+0.822s)      25 laps      8th
 FP2      1m29.968s (+0.950s)      22 laps      11th

“I think the track’s good fun. It’s a challenging circuit but that does make it really exciting. It’s got good flow, good grip, so I’m happy with the layout. I think it’s quite different to what we’ve already been to, as well, so that’s always fun.

“I think we’ve still got a bit more to show from a pace point of view, and I’m confident we can do it. I look at our competitors and they look pretty quick today, but I do think we can match that. So, I’m optimistic ahead of tomorrow and, of course, because it’s a new track, I’m sure there’ll be a bit of improvement. There are still some corners where I can find a bit of time. So, we’ll keep at it.”

LANDO NORRIS, #4

FP1     1m31.029s (+1.243s)      23 laps      13th
FP2      1m30.004s (+0.986s)      19 laps      12th

“A fun but difficult first day! Fun because it’s a new circuit, a new challenge, and exciting to get out there and feel the circuit. Definitely one of the trickier ones to put everything together and get the accuracy needed to be close to the walls – but not too close, obviously.

It was a difficult day because it’s been a bit of a challenge to find a good balance with the car, so far. So, we have some work to do tonight to try to be a bit better for tomorrow. The confidence is there – at least, I feel confident to push the car, but we just have to get it in a better window. Let’s see what we can do tomorrow.”

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