Chen Xiangbei certainly understands that too much correction can affect speed.

But often, achieving a perfect cornering in one go is not so easily done.

Chen Xiangbei has great racing talent and an extraordinary amount of effort.

However, he doesn't have the fate of Verstappen, who has been karting since childhood and was nurtured like Red Bull's prodigy, unable to run such a flawless cornering trajectory.

He can only ensure his cornering speed through constant corrections, avoiding being overtaken by opponents in the braking zone.

"Hmm, I will pay attention."

Chen Xiangbei nodded, the objective factors certainly exist, but this is no reason for him to ignore it.

The extreme of racing speed is about tweaking every detail to achieve a lap time that is 0.001 seconds faster than the opponent.

Facing Chen Xiangbei's frank admission of shortcomings, Trulli was not at all surprised.

This is another advantage of this Chinese newcomer, which is that he does not have the stubbornness and arrogance of most young people; he learns and absorbs anything that's correct, without any consideration for face.

Honestly, this kind of character is quite precious; at least Trulli, being a middle-aged man over thirty, still finds it hard to let go of his ridiculous pride in many matters.

Thinking of this, Trulli showed a self-deprecating smile.

Then he spoke, "T1 and T3 spiral combination corners, your full-trajectory braking line is perfect, may I ask you about it?"

This was the most puzzling part for Trulli after watching Chen Xiangbei's in-car first-person view video.

It's important to know that this combination corner is extremely difficult; not to mention a rookie running at East Sea International Circuit for the first time, even veterans who have raced for five or six years find it hard to reach such proficiency as Chen Xiangbei.

Trulli even compared Chen Xiangbei's trajectory with Schumacher's 2004 record trajectory.

He discovered an astonishing fact: Chen Xiangbei was faster than Schumacher!

Honestly, Trulli was stunned when he saw this result.

No matter how many times you drive in a simulator, it can't compare to running on the actual track once.

The so-called seriousness, diligence, and hard work get you extra points in competitive sports, but they're not decisive factors.

Many people work hard all their lives but cannot match the natural talent of people like Schumacher or Verstappen who just drive casually.

Chen Xiangbei's cornering trajectory cannot be explained by simulator proficiency, it exceeds Trulli's understanding range; could it be that the home field advantage is this overpowering?

"No problem."

Chen Xiangbei readily agreed, sitting down next to Trulli and sliding his finger over the laptop touchpad, describing his understanding of the T1 combination corner.

His ability to run perfect lines can be attributed to the accumulated experience of countless genius drivers from the future.

As each cornering trajectory overlapped in Chen Xiangbei's mind, the smoothest and most fluid one was the fastest line.

As for whether Trulli can understand, that was beyond Chen Xiangbei's ability range.

The lunch break was spent with the two discussing driving techniques, and in the afternoon, as they awaited the qualifying race, East Sea International Circuit was bustling, with a solid 200,000 spectators filling the entire paddock; even the usually empty grassy stands were now densely packed with people.

On the eve of the qualifying race, seeing both Chen Xiangbei and Trulli walk out of the drivers' lounge, Odetto asked.

"Are you ready?"

"No problem, I'm in peak condition."

Chen Xiangbei gave a very firm response.

Even hearing the faint noise outside the P-room, he felt a surge of excitement boiling within him.

"Trulli, how about you?"

Odetto wasn't too worried about Chen Xiangbei's condition.

But for Trulli, he still had some concerns.

The process of the two discussing in the drivers' lounge at noon was seen by Odetto.

This kind of scene is extremely rare for veteran drivers, indicating that Trulli is under tremendous pressure. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Pressure often leads to two outcomes.

One is like Chen Xiangbei, clearly stimulated by adrenaline, feeling an eagerness to show his strength at the home circuit.

The other is a mental imbalance under pressure, the more you want something, the less you can get it.

Just like the "vicious cycle" common among rookie drivers, making extreme adjustments to achieve better results, but crashing under heavy pressure and criticism, then making even more extreme adjustments to prove themselves, until they completely collapse!

Trulli's previous request for a comprehensive change in the car's setup scheme made Odetto see the signs of a vicious cycle.

"I'm fine."

Hearing Trulli's answer, Odetto opened his mouth but hesitated to speak.

Wanting to say some soothing words, but it seemed their relationship wasn't that deep, and besides, he was part of Chen Xiangbei's team, which to some extent was a conflict of interest.

But as the chief race engineer, doing nothing didn't seem quite right either.

This is why Odetto is essentially more suitable to be a part of the technical strategy group, rather than becoming a member of the team management.

Management requires the kind of hypocrisy that keeps a straight face and a calm heart.

"OK, get ready to get in the car."

Odetto called out, ultimately still not voicing the words of consolation.

He isn't a pretentious person, nor is he a hypocritical one.

As an old driver, Trulli should have the ability to self-regulate.

If not, it means he is no longer suitable to stay in the F1 Paddock!