Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul has conceded that the manufacturer has “fallen short” of its expectations during the early stages of this year’s Formula 1 championship. Renault aspired to move clear of the midfield this season and close on the leading three teams, but has yet to show tangible signs of substantial progress. Neither Nico Hulkenberg nor Daniel Ricciardo have yet made Q3 while both retired during the closing stages of the Bahrain Grand Prix due to engine-related failures. “The start of the 2019 season has fallen short of our high expectations,” said Abiteboul. “Our overall competitiveness is good enough for our drivers to be racing in the top...
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