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Sainz Sets Pace for Ferrari in Pre-Season Testing
Carlos Sainz of Ferrari clocked the fastest time in pre-season testing at 1m29.921s using C4 tires and completing 79 laps. Red Bull’s Sergio Perez followed with a time of 1m30.684s on C3 tires, completing a whopping 124 laps. Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton managed a time of 1m31.066s on C3 tires with 119 laps completed. McLaren’s Lando Norris posted a time of 1m31.256s on C3 tires with 44 laps. Red Bull’s Daniel Ricciardo finished at 1m31.361s on C4 tires after completing 80 laps. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc completed 54 laps with a time of 1m31.750s on C3 tires.
The drivers and teams have been hard at work, testing different tire compounds and putting in long stints to gather valuable data ahead of the upcoming Formula 1 season. Sainz’s performance for Ferrari is particularly noteworthy, signaling a strong start for the team in testing. On the other hand, Red Bull’s Perez demonstrated consistent pace with an impressive number of laps completed.
As the teams continue to fine-tune their cars and strategies, these testing results provide an early indication of the competitive landscape for the upcoming season. With varying tire compounds and lap counts, the teams are gathering crucial insights to optimize their performance for the races ahead.