Gabriel Bortoleto arrives motivated for another challenge on the streets of Monaco, and believes that the positive environment within the team can be an important factor for the Monaco Grand Prix weekend in Formula 1. The Brazilian highlighted the combination of tradition, technical difficulty, and the unique atmosphere of the circuit as elements that make the event one of the most special on the calendar.
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The Audi driver stated that he is eager to compete again on the Monaco track, considered by many one of the greatest tests for drivers in the category. Besides the historical importance of the race, he emphasized that the circuit demands a high level of commitment and precision in all activities throughout the weekend.
“I am really looking forward to racing in Monaco again. It’s one of those circuits where every driver wants to do well, because of the history and the driving challenge it represents, and the atmosphere is always special,” said Bortoleto.
According to the Brazilian, the internal team atmosphere remains positive and this can serve as an important foundation to seek a good performance. For him, maintaining this high spirit is an aspect that can help the group make the most of the opportunities that arise during the event: “The spirits within the team remain high and that is something we can build on for this event.”
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Bortoleto also highlighted the specific characteristics of the street circuit, where small details often make a big difference. In the Brazilian’s assessment, confidence behind the wheel and precise execution are fundamental elements to achieve a competitive result in Monaco: “In Monaco, everything revolves around confidence, precision, and doing everything right throughout the weekend,” he added.
Therefore, the focus of the Brazilian driver and the team will be to carry out clean and trouble-free sessions, maximizing every available opportunity: “We will be focused on building a clean sequence of sessions and making the most of every opportunity,” concluded Bortoleto.
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