The podium in sight for Ferrari

Behind the untouchables Mercedes W06 Hybrid Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, the fight for third place pitted the Ferrari of the duo Hag ? Raikkonen and Williams de Valtteri Bottas and Felipe Massa. Ultimately it was the Brazilian who was the fastest behind the two Silver Arrows. The Scuderia drivers, for their part, believe that this position was within their reach, and recognize small errors in Q3.

“During my fast lap, I lost around three tenths at turn 3, then I some mistakes in the next two turns. We knew we couldn't beat the Mercedes, at least not in qualifying, but third place on the grid was possible. » indicates the Finn who is now banking on the good pace displayed over the long stints by the SF15-Ts in free practice.

“My first run wasn’t fast enough, continues Sebastian Vettel. I am not satisfied with what I achieved, because there was still performance to be found, which would have meant one place better. There is not much difference between 3rd and 4th place on the grid, so I think the podium is a realistic goal. »