Albon starts P10, Sainz P15 at Chinese Grand Prix

In Shanghai, Alex Albon secured a P10 starting position for the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, while Carlos Sainz will start from P15. The day began with a challenging Sprint race that tested the drivers' abilities in managing their tires. During the Sprint, Alex finished in P11 after starting strong but losing positions early on. He managed to hold his place despite struggles with tire grip throughout the race. Carlos, starting in P13, faced congestion in traffic and had difficulty with tire wear. After a mid-race decision to pit for setup changes, he dropped to the back but finished P17 after capitalizing on a last-lap incident among other drivers. In Qualifying, both drivers performed well. Alex finished Q1 with a time of 1:31.503, while Carlos posted a time of 1:31.628, which kept them secure above the elimination line. Q2 was competitive, with Carlos ending up in P15 after a 1:31.840 run. Alex continued his excellent form, securing P10 with a final lap of 1:31.706 on used soft tires. As they prepare for the race, both drivers face an unpredictable challenge ahead, particularly with no prior experience on hard tires this weekend. Further reactions from the team are expected soon.