Carlos Sainz Jr is optimistic after setting the seventh fastest time in qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix, which translates into a sixth place grid slot due to a gearbox penalty for Kimi Raikkonen. The Scuderia Toro Rosso driver has been quick all weekend long around the principality, and admitted his delight to be starting on the third row of the grid, and is looking forward to another strong race on the back of his best result of his career two weeks ago in Spain. Sainz revealed that he has been feeling comfortable driving his STR11 around Monaco so far this weekend, and certainly has confidence heading into Sunday’s race. “I’m very happy with my qualifying and very optimistic...
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