GP Macau F3 – Da Costa must now make it happen

Alex Lynn started on pole in the qualifying race, but the Fortec Motorsports driver quickly handed over control of the event to Antonio Félix da Costa. The protégé of Red Bull, who has already stood out in Formula Renault 3.5 Series with four victories and six podiums achieved this season, will have the privilege of starting from first place in the 59th Macau Grand Prix. But the Carlin driver remains reserved about his outlook for results. “Today it was just about getting a good position on the grid, which I did by taking first place. Of course, I am happy with this result. However, the serious things will only start tomorrow because this race was only a qualifying event. »

The Portuguese will have to be wary of Felix Rosenqvist, third in the F3 International Trophy, which has solid experience in this discipline. “My start was really good and I was even able to briefly take the lead,” comments the Swede from Mücke Motorsport. “Antonio (Félix da Costa) overtook me at the Lisbon corner with the help of the slipstream. After that, I didn't want to take any risks because everything is still possible by starting from second place tomorrow. » Carlos Sainz, fourth in the qualifying race behind pole sitter Alex Lynn (Fortec), could also display a more efficient pace. “I especially lost tenths in the second sector”, explains the young Spaniard. " My car was also a little harder to drive compared to previous days. But we have identified the problem and we can solve it for tomorrow. » The Carlin driver will still have to be wary of Daniel Juncadella, reigning F3 Euro Series and International Trophy champion and last winner of Macau, who will start just behind him.