Between the lines at the Italian Grand Prix

Motor Racing - Formula One World Championship - Italian Grand Prix - Preparation Day - Monza, Italy

Carlos Sainz Jr

The Question: We mentioned that you’ve out-qualified Verstappen to this point, have you been surprised by the speed you’ve been able to find in qualifying?

What Carlos said:

CS: Well, you never know what to expect when you come to Formula One. I just know that last year in World Series I made a very big step forward with myself in qualifying and in the race and I just brought it to Formula One this year. You never know how you are going to be, you never know how you’re speed is going to be in Formula One. What I am quite sure is that Saturdays this year have gone very well for me and I am performing at a very decent level. I just need to make sure now on Sundays I perform at the same level and we finish races and I’m sure we’ll be in a good position.

What he might have meant to say:

DR: Have I been surprised by my pace in qualifying? No. I’m flipping lightning me.