A return to normal for Daniil Kvyat

Could Daniil Kvyat's gloomy summer be behind the pilot Toro Rosso ? During the summer period, the former Red Bull Racing driver's morale seemed to be at an all-time low, with rumors of a replacement having begun to emerge.

After four races outside the top 10, including a retirement in Italy, Kvyat managed to get back into the points during the event at the Marina Bay Circuit, taking ninth place. But above all it was the feeling of pleasure that the Faenza driver felt after the race.

“I loved the race today, admits Kvyat. To feel that passion again, I think it's a return to normal for me. All these months have been a real test of my passion, and I love it again. Attacking until the last centimeter is really great. »

Kvyat nevertheless believed that a better position was possible at the finish, if Toro Rosso had opted for a more aggressive strategy. “We were a little conservative, He says. I'm happy because I made the most of it, but I think we didn't try to take risks.

We were too conservative with the pace. I wanted to fight with Fernando Alonso, which in my opinion was possible. »

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Pierre Tassel

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