Formula 1 has already shifted focus to the Spanish GP, and Gabriel Bortoleto is among the names most attentive to the Madrid debut. The Brazilian stated that he prepared in the simulator and hopes that the new circuit will give Audi an opportunity to “fight for something more” after a better-than-expected performance in Monza.
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The anticipation for the new layout also dominates the rest of the grid. Nico Hülkenberg highlighted that no one knows exactly what to expect until the cars hit the track and pointed out quick adaptation as essential, while Fernando Alonso dismissed any major announcement about his future during the home round.
At Ferrari, Charles Leclerc remained in the spotlight after the heavy crash at the Italian GP. Telemetry showed that the Monegasque reached 233 km/h shortly before losing control of the car at Parabolica, and another analysis estimated the accumulated cost of his crashes in 2026 at approximately US$ 1.888 million, the highest on the grid so far.
McLaren also left Monza with issues to review. Andrea Stella stated that the team will internally analyze the battle between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, which opened space for Max Verstappen to gain ground while the two teammates fought each other.
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Off the track, Cadillac may gain an important reinforcement in its technical structure. Craig Skinner officially ended his link with Red Bull and became free after the period of leave, with the American team pointed out as his most likely destination.
The day also had concerns about the end of the season. Mohammed Ben Sulayem stated that the FIA will put safety above any other factor in the decision about the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs, while expectations grow for a definition on holding the two rounds given the situation in the Middle East.
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