03
Sep
2023
Perez went “blind” into F1 Italian GP qualifying after Friday crash
The Mexican got through Q1 in fifth place and was fourth in Q2 before earning fifth spot in the final session, having struggled throughout to match the pace of team-mate Max Verstappen.
As the second occurrence of Pirelli’s alternative tyre allocation, with fewer sets and compulsory use of hard, medium and softs across the three qualifying segments, Monza was difficult for all drivers.
However, Perez made his own life difficult with a spin…
