Vettel could aim for pole at Monaco GP

Sebastian Vettel seemed frustrated at the end of qualifying for the Monaco Grand Prix. The three-time world champion finished in third position on the starting grid, falling just one tenth from the pole achieved by Nico Rosberg and 13 thousandths from the first row completed by the Mercedes de Lewis Hamilton. The three-time champion believes he had the potential to take pole away from the Silver Arrows. “It was very close. Mercedes has been very fast this week. We know they are competitive on a tour. But I don't want anyone to think I'm making excuses. If anyone is to blame, it's me. The car was very good but I'm not really happy with my last lap. »

However, the Championship leader will not only have the opportunity to aim for victory but also to increase his lead in the Drivers' standings over his direct rivals. Kimi Räikkönen and Fernando Alonso, his most threatening opponents, will only start from the third row behind the Red Bull by Mark Webber. "I'm glad there's no Lotus or Ferrari in front of me ", adds the resident of the Milton Keynes stable. “So I think third position is still a good result and will give me a good opportunity to win the race. »

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