Sainz calls on McLaren to "finish it off" after strong qualifying performance

Carlos Sainz admitted that he was pleased with the team's efforts in qualifying after both drivers came through in the top ten. Sainz qualified in seventh, while his teammate Lando Norris came through in eighth.

It was an important result for McLaren as they look to extend their advantage in fourth place in drivers' standings, they currently hold a 38 point advantage over fifth-placed Renault.

"I’m expecting a challenging day tomorrow because the wind is changing again from where it was yesterday, and that can make our race trickier, " Sainz said after qualifying, " Sainz said following qualifying.

“So, heads down, good work tonight and let’s make sure we finish it off tomorrow. Congratulations to the whole team again.

"Both cars leading the midfield is always a good sign.”