Lando Norris finishes seventh in Abu Dhabi: ‘I think I took everything out of the car today’

McLaren F1 Teamof Lando Norris Successfully entered the top ten shootout and qualified for seventh place Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Norris said he was able to extract maximum performance from his MCL36 Yas Marina Circuitand ultimately qualify as high as possible.

“A good quality. I think I got everything out of the car today so I’m happy. I struggled a bit and didn’t have enough confidence to push the car, but at the same time we made sure we got best location.”

Norris’ solid starting spot puts him up two BWT Alpine F1 Teamof Esteban Ocon and Fernando Alonso, McLaren’s closest rival in the Constructors’ Championship. 19 points behind Alpine, McLaren need to collect a lot of points to surpass them in the standings.

Overall, Norris’ goal is to take the starting spot and turn it into points to finish out the 2022 season.

“We’ve got a good start and let’s turn that into some good points tomorrow.”

“I’m happy with the third quarter because the year is uncertain” – Daniel Ricciardo

teammate Daniel Ricardo Going into Q3 on Saturday, will start from tenth on the grid. Ricciardo is pleased with the result, considering the trouble he has had to finish in the top 10 in qualifying all season.

“I’m happy with the third quarter because it’s not certain this year. So, from that standpoint, I’m happy to be involved throughout the session and to be able to be involved. That’s P10, but we’re competitive enough to give us A little hope.”

However, Ricciardo did point out that a weak middle section on his final lap prevented him from gaining more positions.

“I think the middle part, I’m just not completely sure, so maybe a tenth or so is on the table, which could put me in a fight with Vettel or even Ocon.”

Looking ahead to the final race of the season, Ricciardo will be hoping to get off to a good start in order to get ahead of his rivals and end his time at McLaren with a points battle.

“Still looking forward to tomorrow though. I’ll try to attack from the ground up, fill up a few spots and put myself back in the fight against the top ten.”