Red nodded in agreement, not optimistic about Perez's ability to open up a distance.
The Toyota engine roared deafeningly, yet Perez's expression was very serious. He knew this was the moment to show his absolute speed, which would greatly help in replacing Trulli to secure a full-time driver seat.
Since arriving with the team at the Lingyan Circuit on Thursday, Perez had been continuously practicing on the simulator and learning, but the approach of showing absolute speed is completely different from the long-distance tire management strategy.
One is fast, the other is stable!
Perez's lap times earlier weren't slow, and he could keep up with Chen Xiangbei's tail, as he was a pursuer.
Now as a leader, he needs to create his own cutting corner paths and challenge the limits of each corner of the track, which demands exponentially higher driver reactions, skills, proficiency, and even courage.
Perez couldn't help but admit that the psychological pressure was immense.
