“I believe fairly optimistic,” Piastri answered when requested concerning the feeling within the automotive. “I believe for me clearly I simply did FP2, and I used to be fairly pleased with the automotive straightaway, and the tempo we’re very pleased with.
“Hopefully we are able to hold that into tomorrow. I believe the others will most likely discover a little bit of a step, I’d think about, but when we are able to hold that type of benefit we’d be fairly pleased.”
HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the action from Abu Dhabi FP2 as McLaren’s Norris and Piastri head the field
McLaren maintain a 21-point lead over Ferrari in what would be the decisive weekend for the constructors’ championship. When quizzed on whether or not he’s feeling assured heading into qualifying and the race with this in thoughts, Piastri mentioned: “Yeah, I believe so.
“I believe the tempo right this moment has been very sturdy, so that may solely provide you with confidence, I’d say. Tomorrow’s clearly a really totally different day and I’m certain the others will discover their toes a bit extra. I believe contemplating I solely did one session I’m pleased with the day’s work, so yeah, hopefully we are able to proceed that.”
