Checo Pérez calls Friday sessions 'powerful' at Monaco GP

Mexican driver Sergio Pérez described his Friday practice sessions for the Monaco Grand Prix as "powerful," despite finishing 18th in the second practice session.

Pérez's session ended prematurely when his car's right-front brake caught fire. "It was a shame to have concluded the second practice that way, but it's also about finding the limits for Sunday's race, and it's important that we did as much running as we did today," Pérez stated. The driver, who returned to Formula One this season, emphasized the value of the track time gained.

"It has been a powerful Friday for us and we were close; because a couple of tenths would have changed our lives completely, so I hope we can find them when they are needed," commented Pérez. He noted that he was only a little over two seconds behind the fastest time of the day, set by Lewis Hamilton. Pérez, a former winner in Monaco, has secured six victories and 39 podiums in his Formula One career.

Reflecting on the competitive landscape, Pérez added, "We are close to the cars in front of us, and our final position tomorrow will depend on the performance of others, but anything can happen here; so we just need to be there at the right moment and get the most out of the car tomorrow." The driver, born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, is optimistic about his team's potential to perform well in the upcoming race.