Lando Norris: “To be on the podium for the second time in Formula 1 was an incredible feeling, but I would not have made it without every single person on the team. Everyone on the track and in the factory continues to give everything to give . ” We have the best possible chance every weekend. The result shows the progress we are making towards being closer to the top of the grid, but we know that not every race will go in our favor. All we have to do is keep our heads down and see improve in all areas to find that extra tenth that gives us an edge over tough competition. I think Imola really showed us that we have to try to turn every opportunity into an advantage as the fight is so close.
“I’m glad we can go back to Portugal this weekend as it was a track that added something different to last year’s calendar. The elevation differences on this track make it a challenging drive with multiple blind turns. Everyone struggled last there around the grip year, in which the track surfaced again recently, it will be interesting to see how it is this weekend. Hopefully we can push the car a little more this time. “
Daniel Ricciardo: “Next up is Portimao and I’m excited to get back in the car. It’s great fun to drive some unique elements on the track that you don’t see on the calendar at every race. There is a good one.” A mix of high and low speed turns with different elevation changes making it an exhilarating challenge. As you get out of some turns you can really feel your stomach sink with the steep changes in the incline.
“This weekend I want to continue to build on the progress we made in the first two races and put into practice what we learned at Imola. We definitely started the season on the right foot by doing good ones Scored points for the designers. ” Championship so I can’t be too disappointed on this front. There are a few elements I still want to address that will only improve with more time behind the wheel. When I saw Lando take a podium, it showed that the car’s potential is super motivating. We’re only three races in and there’s a lot more to come, so let’s get on with it. “
Andreas Seidl, Team Principal: “This weekend we’re starting the first double-headed ball of the season as we prepare to race in Portugal and then in Spain. Portimao was a welcome addition to the calendar last year and it’s great to be racing there again to drive.” Back-to-back events present the team with a unique set of challenges for which we are well prepared. Reliability, operational effectiveness, and spare parts management are critical to the success of these weekends.
“Imola has once again confirmed that we have taken a step forward as a team. That is gratifying. Both drivers do a good job on the track and scored some important points for the constructors’ championship in the first two races. It is important that we Maintaining the positive momentum and energy. Much remains to be done to further advance and deliver the upgrades in the pipeline. We must continue to maximize and use the opportunities that arise. Right decisions to stay in the mix. Each Each member of the team is keen to give our competition a tough time on the track. We stay focused and ready to go again this weekend. “
Algarve International Autodrome
Race laps: 66
Total race track: 306.826 km
Route length: 4.653 km
Number of corners: 15 (nine right, six left)
Assigned tire compounds: hard: C1, medium: C2 and soft: C3
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