Colton Herta had a difficult start to the weekend in Melbourne, causing a red flag.

He may not have expected to achieve pole position, but he was certainly aiming higher than that. Fourteenth in Friday's qualifying session. Formula 2Colton Herta was in no way capable of competing with the front-row contenders. This lackluster performance is easily explained by the former rider's continued need for adaptation.IndyCarwho himself emphasized during the preseason that his habits were not yet established behind the wheel of his new car.

"It still feels a bit unreal! If six months ago you had told me 'welcome to F2' I would have been very surprised, he was saying just a few days ago. I'm looking forward to working with everyone, learning this driving style, this style of car too… I hope to make the best possible preparation to be promoted to Formula 1 Next. "

After misjudging the exit of Turn 10, Colton Herta crashed into the wall on the outside of the chicane during Formula 2 Free Practice. Despite being able to participate in qualifying, the Cadillac protégé was caught out, just like Mari Boya in F2, or Matteo De Palo in F3They too went off the track. Far from being detrimental, this off, combined with a somewhat lackluster qualifying performance, nevertheless highlights the progress Colton Herta will need to make quickly. If he undeniably wants to reach F1, he will have to demonstrate a consistent upward trajectory, starting with his ability to climb through the field, beginning this Saturday at 4:00 AM (French time), the start time of the Sprint.

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