Force India reckons that the Hungaroring should be another competitive circuit for the team. The recent developments delivered what the team expected. Now comes the 11th round in 2017 – the Hungarian Grand prix.
“This season has gone by so quickly”, Sergio Perez remarked
“It only feels like yesterday we were racing in Melbourne and now we’re about to have the summer break. It’s been a satisfying first half of the year. I’m proud of the team and the work we have done to improve our car. I also feel I’m performing at my best and driving well and have big hopes for the second half of the year and I feel we have the potential to get some very good results.”
“I think we can be quick in Budapest. We have been competitive on every type of track this year so there’s nothing to worry about in Hungary. I like the twisty layout of the track – which reminds me of a street circuit – and when you find your rhythm it’s very enjoyable to drive there. Overtaking isn’t easy so you’ve got to deliver in qualifying or you know it’s going to be a tough race on Sunday. Track position is so important.”
“I think everybody in the paddock is ready for a summer holiday. You always want a good result before you break up because it’s a long wait until you get back in the car. For whatever reason, the Hungaroring hasn’t been kind to me for the last few years so it’s time to put that right.”
Esteban Ocon said that he loves Budapest and the Hungaroring
“It’s my favourite track of the year”, he continued.
“I had a special weekend there when I was racing in Formula Three with two wins and a second place, and a double podium in GP3. It’s just a track that’s very satisfying to drive. When you get into the rhythm it feels great because you can really lean on the car and attack the kerbs. It’s a circuit that suits me as a driver and my driving style.”
“I’m looking forward to the break and the chance to recharge my batteries. It’s been such a busy season and I’m ready to take a few weeks to catch my breath. I have to say I’m very happy with how things have gone since I joined the team. I feel stronger with every race and I think there is, even more, potential in the second half of the year. My objective is still to try and get a podium, but the priority is to keep picking up the points in every race – that’s what we need as a team. We just need to keep being consistent.”
Back to some big training before the #HungarianGP ??? #EO31 #F1 pic.twitter.com/FNJYnBC1bq
— Esteban Ocon (@OconEsteban) July 18, 2017
