Perez achieved eighth place in the sprint race in Austria at the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix. He expressed frustration with Esteban Ocon from Alpine, as their encounter hindered his final lap during the sprint qualifying. Perez believed that Ocon’s slow driving prevented him from achieving a better position. Despite feeling confident in his pace, circumstances beyond his control prevented him from maximizing his performance. Perez acknowledged the need to improve in the upcoming sprint qualifying and Grand Prix sessions. Meanwhile, his Red Bull teammate, Max Verstappen, had a successful sprint qualifying, securing the pole position and expressing satisfaction with the car’s performance. The contrasting fortunes of the Red Bull drivers highlight Verstappen’s advantage, while Perez seeks to regain positions and deliver a stronger performance in the upcoming races.
