P1 with Matt and Tommy Reaction to Las Vegas GP qualifying
Nov 23, 2024
Cold weather brought unexpected thrills to the Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying session. Intense competition highlighted the struggles of a Red Bull driver and a rookie's costly mistake. Standout performances, especially from a pole-sitter, showcased the evolving dynamics within teams like Ferrari and McLaren. Lewis Hamilton's race potential remains promising despite challenging qualifying results. The hosts also share their UK tour plans, filled with witty banter and lighthearted anecdotes.
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Perez's Persistent Struggles
- Sergio Perez's poor performance, being out in Q1 almost a second behind Verstappen, raises questions about his future with Red Bull.
- The hosts and other F1 commentators are puzzled by Red Bull's driver situation and Perez's persistent struggles.
Aston Martin's Decline
- Lance Stroll's qualifying performance, though last, was surprisingly close to Fernando Alonso's, given Stroll's limited track time.
- Aston Martin's significant drop in performance from earlier in the season is alarming, now appearing as backmarkers.
Joe Yu's Surprise Performance
- Joe Yu, typically slow in qualifying, surprised everyone with a 13th-place finish in Las Vegas.
- This unexpected performance, reminiscent of Giovinazzi's late-career improvements, raises questions about Yu's potential.