Audi's Qualifying Insights for the United States Grand Prix

Audi's qualifying session for the United States Grand Prix was marked by strategic adjustments due to Gabi's grid penalty, which placed him at the back of the grid. Racing Director Allan McNish noted that the team focused on maximizing Nico's performance, resulting in a P12 qualification, which will become P11 after a penalty for another driver.

Nico Hulkenberg expressed disappointment at narrowly missing Q3 by a tenth of a second, emphasizing the competitive nature of the midfield. He remains optimistic about starting from P11, anticipating a challenging race on the bumpy track.

Gabriel Bortoleto, who qualified from Q1, acknowledged his role in assisting Hulkenberg during Q2. Despite starting from the back, he is hopeful about overtaking opportunities during the race.