A nice feat for the Swiss team \u2013 plagued by financial problems since the start of the season \u2013 at the end of this Brazilian Grand Prix. Felipe Nasr, the second regional of this race, brought a great deal of joy to his team. Indeed, at the bottom of the Constructors’ standings before this event with zero points, compared to one point for the Manor team, scored at the Austrian Grand Prix last July. The Sauber team was desperately searching for race points to avoid the punishment of last place. Only unique conditions could favor them, which was the case at Interlagos.<\/p>\n
Felipe Nasr, who started from the last row on the grid in 21st position, undoubtedly began with a significant handicap in hopes of moving up in the standings on paper. However, this was without taking into account the capricious weather in Sao Paulo. Thanks to the safety cars and red flags, as well as the strategic choice to stay on rain tires while others opted for intermediates, it allowed the Brazilian to find himself in the top 10, long classified in 6th, then overtaken at the end of the race by Ferrari, Force India, and Red Bull. <\/p>\n
\nWhat a #BrazilGP<\/a> – “There is no better feeling than scoring these two important points on home soil.” #FN12<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/jHXW7uhFMv<\/a> #F1<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/37MILRQfIc<\/a><\/p>\n
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At the end of this race, the Sauber driver couldn’t hide his immense joy. He states: I have no words to express how happy I am right now. When I saw today’s weather conditions, I knew there was an opportunity. The opportunity presented itself and I was ready to go for it.<\/p>\n
He continues by congratulating his team for the work done in these difficult conditions: \u00ab We did an exceptional job today. The team kept me perfectly informed of the track conditions while I tried to convey my sensations to them. It was a tough race, especially as track conditions were very tricky in certain areas. \u00bb<\/p>\n
The Brazilian concludes his remarks by sharing his feeling of being at home: \u00ab In the end, it was just an incredible moment when I saw the fans in the stands applauding me after the checkered flag. There’s no better feeling than scoring these two points in your country. I couldn’t have hoped for a better Sunday for my home race in Brazil. \u00bb<\/p>\n
\nWhat a day, what a race!! Thank you @SauberF1Team<\/a> for the amazing job! Even better at home\ud83c\udde7\ud83c\uddf7 #BrazilianGP<\/a> #fn12<\/a> @F1<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/InSunSvDBO<\/a><\/p>\n