Despite waving the green flag for the race, President Donald Trump couldn't help Palou as the championship leader's troubles began during his first pit stop on lap 36. The Spaniard struck a right-rear tire belonging to another competitor, marking the beginning of a difficult day that saw him unable to maintain his early pace.
Palou's frustration was evident as he described it as 'not a good day' following the race. The incident during his pit stop set back his championship hopes as he struggled to recover throughout the remaining 111 laps of the competition. capturengo.org

