McNish praises Audi's performance despite missing points in Austria
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:32 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
MotorsportsAllan McNish expressed satisfaction with Audi's performance at the Austrian Grand Prix, where drivers Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg finished P11 and P12, narrowly missing points. McNish noted that despite a power unit deficit, the team executed their strategy well, particularly during Free Practice and Qualifying. Improvements were observed with recent upgrades and better race starts from both drivers. Audi remains focused on enhancing performance ahead of the Silverstone GP.
- •Bortoleto and Hulkenberg finished P11 and P12 at the Austrian GP.
- •The team has not scored points since finishing ninth in Australia.
- •McNish noted significant performance improvements in practice and qualifying.
- •Audi is focusing on enhancing power unit performance for upcoming races.
- •Drivers achieved their best starts of the year in Austria.
"Allan McNish has reflected on the Austrian Grand Prix after Audi narrowly missed out on scoring points.
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