Renault Managing Director Cyril Abiteboul says the manufacturer needs to work on its race pace with the R.S.18, off the back of its showing in Bahrain. Nico Hulkenberg matched Renault’s best result since its full-time return as he classified in sixth place, but was unable to keep pace with Toro Rosso’s Pierre Gasly or Haas’ Kevin Magnussen. Carlos Sainz Jr., meanwhile, lost out at the start and was overhauled by Esteban Ocon during the closing stages, relegating him outside of the points-paying positions. “It was an action-packed race that nevertheless saw us score a fine result with Nico who put in a great drive on a track that is difficult for us,” said...
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