Renault is hopeful of scoring another decent haul of points in Russia as they look to hold off Haas and Racing Point Force India from fourth in the constructor standings. Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul reaffirmed that the team was still working hard on updates for this year's car in the tight midfield battle.
Speaking in the team's race preview, Abiteboul praised the team's hard work back at the factories for the progress the team has made since the start of the European season and underlined the importance of continuing to push until the season finishes.
"We left Singapore with a modicum of satisfaction. We were pleased to have been able to secure our first double points finish of the second half of the year, and to see the successful implementation of more aero and mechanical upgrades.
"Both Enstone, Viry and the track team worked well together to successfully translate the performance gains seen in the data. As a result, we were able to extend our slender advantage in fourth position in the Constructors' Championship."
Renault technical director Nick Chester also highlighted the importance of the strong result in Singapore, with both Renault drivers finishing in the points after a tricky race around the Marina Bay Circuit.
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"It was good to get a double-points finish; we've been due one for a while. Carlos drove a really solid race. He was helped a bit by not starting on the Hypersofts, but he did the perfect job to come back to eighth.
"Nico was caught at the start, but drove really well after that and ran a good, long stint. It's another five points and we're edging ahead in fourth, which is important.
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