The Formula 1 Monaco GP weekend is far from ideal for Gabriel Bortoleto. This Sunday (7), even before lining up on the grid, the Brazilian had a problem exiting the pits.
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Free practice sessions indicated good performance from Audi in Monte Carlo. However, in qualifying, the competitor took a risk on his last attempt in Q1, hit the wall and broke the front suspension, not competing in Q2 and only achieving 16th starting position.
And the problems continue before the start of the race in the Principality. When Bortoleto was leaving the pitlane, his car #5 stopped at the end of the pit exit with less than 30 minutes until lights out, needing to be returned to the Audi garage with the help of circuit marshals.
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Shortly after, the information indicated it was a hydraulic problem. There was still no confirmation that Gabriel would be able to start the Formula 1 Monaco GP, but if he manages to race, he will start from the pitlane.
In the broadcast with less than 15 minutes until lights out, Mariana Becker reported that Audi managed to restart the competitor’s car and there was a chance to start from the pits.
