The eight-time race winner shared an important perspective on this up-and-down weekend. "That is another thing that adds to this emotionally charged weekend," they said. "We have a strong desire to finish on a high note. This morning, we watched FP1 together and both of us felt a bit sad about what had transpired. Since we rely on each other in our pursuit of winning this constructors' championship, we truly want to end these four years together in the best way possible."

Emotions and Rivalry in Abu Dhabi's FP1

Emotional Impact of the Weekend

The weekend has been a rollercoaster of emotions. As the eight-time race winner mentioned, it's not just about the races but the bond between the team members. Watching FP1 together and experiencing the setbacks together has deepened their connection. This emotional aspect plays a crucial role in their determination to end these four years on a high.

They rely on each other's skills and support, and the shared sadness over what happened in FP1 shows the significance of their teamwork. It's not just about individual performances but the collective effort towards a common goal.

The ups and downs of the weekend have made this experience even more memorable, and they are determined to overcome the challenges and make the most of the remaining time.

Constructors' Fight with McLaren

In FP1, Leclerc set the pace, but in FP2, McLaren took the upper hand. As Leclerc conceded, "The McLaren seems to be quicker unfortunately so for now they've got the upper hand, but we know that it can swing one way or the other very quickly."

This constructors' fight is intense, and both teams are pushing each other to the limit. Ferrari knows they need to stay on top of everything and not give up easily. They have seen how quickly the situation can change, and they are prepared to make a comeback on Sunday.

While McLaren is currently in the lead, Ferrari is not backing down. They will focus on their own performance and try to find that extra edge to challenge McLaren and end these four years on a high note.

Sainz's Performance and Overnight Challenge

On the other side of the garage, Sainz was pleased with his performance in second practice. After sitting out the first session while Arthur Leclerc took the wheel, he showed his potential.

However, he admitted that Ferrari may need to find some performance overnight. The competition is fierce, and every advantage counts. They need to work hard to bridge the gap with McLaren and be ready to give it their all on Sunday.

Sainz's performance gives hope that Ferrari can turn things around. With a focused effort overnight, they aim to challenge McLaren and make the final lap count in the best possible way.