The first qualifying session started at 4:40 PM, featuring drivers with even car numbers. Wu Shi, being number 32, was naturally assigned to this group.
The competition in this group was comparatively more intense; drivers who had performed excellently in previous races, like O'connor, Verstappen, and Ed, were all present.
"Remember, prioritize securing pole position. On this track, pole position is almost everything," Alan reminded him one last time.
"Understood."
Wu Shi nodded. Street circuits were too narrow, making overtaking extremely difficult. There was only so much racing line to go around; it was either a double DNF, or one driver would have to yield to the other.
In the pit garage, Sid was leaning on his elbows, his fist held to his mouth, blowing on it from time to time.
Alan saw his nervous gesture and comforted him, "No need to be so tense. This kid only ever works miracles!"
"I know, but I'm still nervous."
