F1 News: Sergio Perez Claims "Front Row Wasn't Possible" After Saudi Arabia GP Qualifying

Sergio Perez reflects on his P3 in the Saudi Arabia GP Qualifying.

Following the qualifying round at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Sergio Perez, who secured third place, expressed that clinching a spot on the front row was beyond reach. The Red Bull Racing driver pointed out a lack of improvement on his final lap as the main reason for missing out on the top two positions.

Key Takeaways:

• Sergio Perez qualified third at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, behind Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc.
• Perez acknowledged the superior performance of his teammate, Max Verstappen, and admitted that matching his pace was unattainable in this session.
• Despite not achieving a front-row start, Perez remains optimistic about his chances in the race, anticipating a competitive and action-packed event.

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Reflecting on his qualifying performance, Perez was candid about his final attempt, stating:

"I didn't get much of an improvement on the final lap, which is why we missed the front row.

"Overall, Max had a tremendous lap and that wasn't possible for me today but being on the front row was achievable"

Yet, the Mexican driver's spirits remained high. With an eye on the race ahead, he conveyed a blend of realism and optimism. 

"Anyway, we are still in the fight for tomorrow. It's a long race and anything can really happen."

Perez further elaborated on his expectations for the race tomorrow, predicting a dynamic and engaging battle due to the competitive nature of the teams and their proximity on the grid. He concluded:

"It will be quite interesting. I think it will be a long, fun race. I think there will be plenty of action. The cars around is are all very close, so it will be an interesting battle tomorrow."

Max Verstappen clinched pole position followed closely by Charles Leclerc and then Perez. 

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